General strike to hit ‘500 flights’ and public transport in major European country tomorrow

Portugal is set to have a nationwide strike across the transportation and airline industry (Picture: Getty Images)

Travellers be warned: Portugal is facing a nationwide strike, so prepare for delays and last-minute changes.

A wide range of sectors – from transport and education to health and public services – will be hit by the general strike called for Wednesday, 3 June.

The walkout, called by Portugal’s largest union CGTP, is expected to cause disruption across the country.

Among those walking out are rail workers, cabin crew and public transport staff, sectors that directly affect holidaymakers.

At airports across the country, strike action is predicted to ...