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Sóller Train Workers Protest Over Lack of Safety in Service

CCOO calls for a rally in Sóller to denounce safety issues on the train after several serious incidents and complaints to Labour Inspection.

Aina Barceló··2 min read
AIEmpty Sóller Train Station with an old carriage on the track
Empty Sóller Train Station with an old carriage on the track

CCOO has called for a rally tomorrow, Saturday, in front of the Sóller station to denounce the safety deficiencies affecting the historic railway. The works council claims that the situation is critical.

The workers of the Sóller Railway have said enough is enough. Tomorrow, Saturday, between 9 and 10:30 am, the staff will gather in front of the Sóller station to denounce what they consider a lack of safety protocols that endangers both employees and passengers. The call, driven by the works council and supported by the CCOO union, comes after months of unanswered demands from management.

Complaints to the Labour Inspection

According to a statement from CCOO, the union and the committee have filed several complaints with the Labour Inspection, as well as with the General Directorates of Mobility and Emergencies of the Balearic Government. These complaints alert to alleged shortcomings in railway safety and occupational risk prevention. The union argues that the situation has reached a critical point and that the company has not responded to repeated requests for improvement.

The works council claims that several serious incidents related to train operations have been recorded in recent weeks. Although they have not been publicly detailed, union sources indicate that these episodes highlight the urgent need to adopt measures to strengthen safety in the operation of the railway, a tourist and transport icon for the Sóller Valley.

A Historic Service Under Scrutiny

The Sóller Railway, which has connected Palma with the town in the Serra de Tramuntana since 1912, is one of Mallorca's most emblematic tourist attractions. However, for the workers, its age should not be an excuse for the lack of investment in safety. “Safety cannot wait any longer”, they have stated from CCOO, demanding that management push for the necessary investments and establish clear protocols.

Tomorrow's protest aims not only to highlight labour discontent but also to alert service users. The residents of Sóller and the tourists who use this train daily could be affected if measures are not taken. The union has called on management to open urgent dialogue and ensure safe and dignified conditions for all staff.

So far, the company has not officially commented on the accusations, but a statement is expected in the coming hours. Tomorrow's rally will be the first in a series of mobilisations if the demands are not met, union sources warn.

Written by

Aina Barceló

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Graduada en Periodismo por la Universidad Complutense de Madrid. Volvió a la isla con la maleta llena de libretas y la manía de preguntar siempre una vez más.

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