End of transport strike in Cádiz: historic agreement after 19 days

Historic agreement ends the longest urban transport strike in Cádiz and San Fernando

19-day urban transport strike in Cádiz comes to an end after approval of new collective agreement

The workers' assembly of the company managing urban buses in Cádiz and San Fernando has backed, with 121 votes in favor, 7 against, and one abstention, the preliminary agreement that puts an end to the longest labor conflict in the history of this public service, which began in 1906.

Details of the wage agreement and working conditions

The agreement, valid until 2028, includes:

• 3% wage increase retroactive to January 2025
• Annual review based on CPI starting in 2026
• Staggered seniority bonus (from €739 in 2025 to €1,275 in 2030)
• Mandatory 15-minute break starting in 2026

Improvements in leave and permits

Rights are updated for:

• Death of family members (3-5 days depending on proximity)
• Hospitalizations and surgeries according to the Estatuto de los Trabajadores

Updates on financial compensation

The agreement establishes:

• Payment of €18 to €24 for public holidays worked (2025-2028)
• Up to €54 per day for special days
• Bonuses for refueling and complementary tasks

Commitments to job stability

The company commits to:

• Converting 19 temporary contracts into permanent ones before 2028
• Progressively upgrading 33 contracts to full-time
• Creating new permanent positions in the workshop and administration

Recognition to users and next steps

The works council specially thanked users for their patience during the strike, highlighting that “their solidarity was key to reaching this agreement”. The new specifications will be incorporated into the public transport service tender, which will be renewed in the coming months for the first time in the city's history.