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Subway union votes for strike action
Rule-following struggle starts from 20th
D-13 Deadline November 20 · Rule-following struggle start date
In short
The union operating Seoul's subway has overwhelmingly voted in favor of strike action.
The union will begin a rule-following struggle (compliance-based protest) from the 20th, and will strike if negotiations fail.
A strike is likely to occur around late November.
Key facts
| When | Rule-following struggle from 20th, possible strike in late November if negotiations stall |
|---|---|
| Who | Seoul Metro Company unions (1st, 2nd, 3rd unions) operating Seoul subway lines 1-8 |
| What | 1st union 86.3%, 2nd union 80.84% voted in favor in action vote |
| How | Union demands 3.5% wage increase and withdrawal of 2,212 staff reductions |
What it means for me
If a strike occurs, delays and service disruptions to subway operations may result.
Commuters during rush hours should prepare for potential train frequency delays.
Seniors who frequently use subways may also be affected by service adjustments.
