Mallorca strike: union challenges 100% staffing rule

On Mallorca, Spain, a union says staff in many outsourced social care services must all work during a general strike. CCOO challenged the 100% minimum staffing requirement on 10 November 2026, saying it leaves workers unable to exercise their right to strike. The Mallorcan Institute of Social Affairs sets the requirement for services covering child protection, disability care and social support.

CCOO says the requirement makes little sense at day centres and occupational services that normally close at weekends but are still expected to have every member of staff on duty during the strike. It also asks why full staffing is deemed essential for a strike when ordinary working days can run with fewer people because of sick leave or other authorised absences.

The union wants the institute to respect the right to strike and provide enough staff throughout the year to cover absences and the needs of the services. It is also calling for adequate pay, decent housing and a decent standard of living for workers.

Topics: Strikes · Jobs & labour

Source: Europa Press / Mallorca.com