It's a day that promises to be eventful in every sense of the word. On Monday, June 23, the unions CFDT, CGT, and Unsa are calling for a massive strike by Keolis Bus employees in Lyon and across the metropolitan area. And the timing is no coincidence: that day marks the kickoff of the brand-new bus service designed as part of the "Presqu'île à vivre" project. It's an ambitious plan that reshapes the downtown network, particularly with a completely new route on rue Grenette. So, it's safe to say that the announced halt could create quite a jam in the smooth rollout of the launch.
A date that’s no accident
Behind this strike lies a cold anger: that of employees in the midst of mandatory annual negotiations, who are denouncing a salary proposal deemed “unsatisfactory” by the joint union. The focus is on a mere 1% increase starting July 1, alongside a “cut” to existing bonuses.
. A bitter pill for drivers who believe they are shouldering the bus and trolleybus network of the metropolis.For now, only the buses are affected by this action. The metros, trams, and funiculars—managed by RATPDev—are not impacted, but they are also in negotiations. Discussions are planned among unions across all modes… and who knows, this could widen the competition. So, will it be a targeted strike or a broader derailment to come? One thing is certain: this Monday, June 23, it's best to plan your trips in advance.
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