Today the general strike by bus drivers in Spain begins with 100% of the urban buses being cancelled, however, as yet, it is not clear how this will affect buses in Calasparra.
The UGT CCOO unions have called the strike to support their demand for early retirement at 60 years as opposed to the current 67 years for the «safety of the drivers and the public».
The regional government and the local authorities in the region anticipate a 60% normal bus services in rush hour (6.30am to 9am; 1pm to 3pm; and 7pm to 9pm) and a 40% service outside these hours.