The GSEE emphasised the historical significance of May Day, stating, “For unions, May Day is a day of strike, not a public holiday.” The federation has organised a rally at Klathmonos Square at 11:00 am under the motto “Eight-hour shifts everywhere, labour rights everywhere, the struggle continues!”

The Public Sector’s Union ADEDY also announced its participation, with a specific call to its members to gather in Athens, marking 138 years since the historic workers’ uprising in Chicago.

In a related development, journalists, including technicians and photojournalists from newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and online media, have declared a strike starting from Holy Tuesday, continuing through to Holy Wednesday. This will significantly affect media operations during this period.

Transport services are set to face disruptions as well. The Panhellenic Federation of Railways and Fixed Track Vehicles, which includes metro, tram, and electric rail services, will strike, leading to adjusted schedules and route modifications across the railway network. Specific services will operate with security personnel, ensuring minimal connectivity in critical sections like Athens-Thessaloniki and within urban centres.

Additionally, maritime transport will also be affected as the Panhellenic Maritime Federation joins the strike, resulting in ships being anchored throughout the duration of May Day.

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