Strikes in France in August 2024 and how you may be impacted

Paris transport workers - February - September 

Workers at the RATP, which manages the Paris public transport services, are on a renewable strike notice until September demanding bonuses for work during the Olympic Games.

Union-affiliated workers can choose to strike (or not) on any day during this period. 

So far there has not been any major disruption but travellers are advised to check in advance if using the service.

Police officers – up to August 15 

Municipal police officers belonging to multiple unions are on strike until August 15.

Officers are demanding a change in the status of their role, which they say has remained the same since 1999, as well as better pay and pensions.

It is recommended you keep up to date with local news sources in your area to see if the strikes will affect you.

Lyon firefighters - up to August 11

Firefighters in Lyon are striking over limits on how much time off they can take during the Olympic Games. 

Usually, they are allowed to take three weeks of holiday leave in the summer, but this has been limited to two. There are also disputes over bonuses paid out to firefighters. 

A minimum level of service is maintained, as required by law.

Read more: Lyon firefighters strike over Olympic holiday restrictions

Public hospital staff - August 2 - 29

Staff at public hospitals will strike from August 2 to August 29, after a major union filed successive motions covering most of the month. 

Workers belonging to the CGT union are striking over the perceived poor state of public healthcare, poor working conditions, and desired salary increases. 

Scheduled appointments during this time may be affected. However, strikes in the sector have been frequent since June, and there has not been major disruption during this time.

Private security workers – up to September 22

Private security staff are striking every Sunday up to and including September 22. 

They will also be on strike throughout the Olympic Games. 

These workers are often hired on a short-term basis to cover events either in public or private, or for security in places such as shopping centres.

The CFDT union which represents the workers is demanding employees receive an extra 25% for working night shifts, and 50% for working on Sundays. 

In addition it says employers are failing to pay workers the correct amount based on previously agreed terms. 

EasyJet Portugal staff – August 15 - 17 

Cabin crew of the low-cost carrier based in Portugal will strike for three consecutive days, including the Assumption public holiday, disrupting flights to and from the country. 

Other non EasyJet flights into Portugal and EasyJet routes across Europe may face disruption due to knock-on effects. 

A number of routes between France and Portugal will be affected. You should check your itinerary before travelling. 

Read more: French flights impacted by easyJet strike in Portugal in August

Railway staff on Nice-Breil-Tende line - August 13 

Only one train ran between Nice and Tende on August 13, as opposed to the usual seven or eight.

Staff protested against the closure of manned ticket offices and extended engineering works that will see the line closed for up to 16 months from September 2024 onwards.

It is unknown if further strike action will take place, but both staff and passengers are angry over changes to the schedule.

 Read more: Why was there a SNCF strike on Nice-Breil-Tende line this week and are more expected?

CGT workers - September/October 

France's second-largest union the CGT has announced a 'mobilisation' for the end of September/beginning of October. 

Exact details are still unknown, but it is likely to see workers from multiple sectors walk out, as well as public demonstrations. 

Teachers in France, including members of the CGT education branch, have announced strike action for September 10. 

Read more: Main French trade union announces mobilisation for September and October