Taxi drivers in Athens begin 48-hour strike!

Taxi drivers in Athens have begun a 48-hour strike, demanding the right to use bus lanes, the restriction of taxi-like ride-sharing apps, and tax relief.

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Taxi drivers in Athens begin 48-hour strike!

According to a statement by the Athens Taxi Drivers' Union, taxi drivers in Athens have gone on a 48-hour strike starting today.

The statement noted that the taxi drivers are demanding that the right-hand lane reserved for buses in the capital, Athens, be made available for taxis when they have passengers, that taxi-like ride-sharing applications be restricted, that airport transport fares be increased, and that the tax burden be reduced.

Taxi drivers gathered in Athens and held a protest with their vehicles in front of the Ministry of Transport.

News Source: AA