Comboios de Portugal (CP) were expecting strikes throughout June on the train network, but they have been called off so services will run normally.

UPDATE 14/01/11 STRIKES HAVE BEEN CALLED OFF.

There will be delays on all Train services throughout Portugal during June, due to a variety of unions going on strike. There will also be delays and cancellation on International trains leaving Portugal.

Rail workers are angry that an agreement on working conditions that was agreed and signed by the company in April still has not come into force. talks with the company (CP) are ongoing.

The following schedule of strikes has been announced, with strike dates up to 30th June. For the latest information call 808 208 208 or visit a CP Ticket Office (if it is open) or their website www.cp.pt (click the British flag).