December 2 Public Sector Strikes Cause Localized Transport Disruptions Amid Broad National Mobilization

On December 2, 2025, a national strike organized by unions including CGT, FSU, and Solidaires led to widespread public sector mobilization aiming to protest austerity measures and demand salary increases.

Rail traffic remained largely stable with SNCF reporting that nine out of ten RER C trains operated in Ile-de-France and normal service at major Paris stations such as Gare de l’Est and Gare d’Austerlitz. Despite the national strike, rail disruptions were mostly localized to regions like Centre-Val de Loire and Occitanie, where some Intercités and TER services faced interruptions. The Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot had confirmed that high-speed TGV trains would run normally. Additionally, air transport and other public transportation systems, including RATP metro and bus lines, were not expected to be affected.

In Isère, the Prefect coordinated safety operations in response to ongoing mobilizations in towns like Crolles and Salaise-sur-Sanne. Due to these events, exit 24c of the A41S motorway was closed from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM heading towards Chambéry, with detours set via interchange 24 towards Crolles along specific local roads.

Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, advising travelers to check schedules ahead of journeys and providing regular updates on operational conditions.

This development highlights the government's ongoing challenge balancing workforce demands and maintaining essential transport services during the strike action campaign.