Body fails to convince railway machinists to stop strikes

The Spanish government, led by Carlos Cuerpo, is struggling to prevent upcoming strikes by railway workers despite initial meetings with unions. The first meeting with the machinists' union, Semaf, ended without progress, maintaining planned strikes on November 10 and 12. While Ouigo machinists have lifted their strike plans after reaching an agreement, other unions are extending their strike calls to include Iryo and Ouigo, demanding better safety and service guarantees. The situation is exacerbated by a recent fatal accident, leading to increased tensions and further strikes planned for November 17. Cuerpo also faces the challenge of appointing a new president for Adif amid this turmoil.