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Taxi drivers stage fourth strike as SATA escalates protests ahead
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On Thursday, taxi and driver unions marked their four-day general strike while issuing new calls for a major demonstration on Tuesday in Parliament to protest against recent legislative proposals described by activists as an attack ("κολάφος"). The Society Against Taxi Abuse (ΣΑΤΑ) has intensified its mobilization efforts with drivers displaying posters demanding the resignation of Kyranaki, who is associated with drafting or supporting parts of the controversial bill.
Key Points
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1Taxi drivers in Greece are holding their fourth day of strike as they prepare for intensified mobilizations on Monday.
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2The General Confederation of Taxi Drivers and Tourist Transport (ΣΑΤΑ) is escalating protests against the upcoming legislation referred to by protesters as a 'knife' or new bill ('νομοσχέδιο-κόλαφος').
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3Drivers are displaying posters demanding Kyranakis's resignation, citing his role in passing laws that negatively impact their profession.
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4Protesters have declared they will remain on strike until the government addresses their concerns and implements necessary changes.
Developments
[Mar 20]
Taxi drivers held a fourth day of general strikes, with mobilizations expected to peak this Monday against new legislation. Drivers displayed posters demanding Kyranakis's resignation and announced they will stay on strike until their demands are met.