Taxi drivers and vehicle owners in Attica, Greece, are engaging in a strike that spans three days, starting from February 17 until February 19. This action is prompted by grievances regarding proposed legislation that taxi drivers feel will severely impact their industry. The strike includes a nationwide extension on February 18 and 19, highlighting the industry's collective discontent across Greece.

The General Confederation of Greek Workers (SATA) has called for the strike in opposition to specific articles within a proposed bill that they argue favor rented vehicles over traditional taxis. One major demand of the taxi drivers is the extension of the deadline for mandatory transition to electric vehicles, which they believe is not feasible under the current conditions. Additionally, they are calling for the immediate retraction of Article 52 of the draft bill, which they believe poses a significant threat to their livelihoods by favoring rental cars with drivers over traditional taxi services.

As negotiations continue, the SATA union has hinted at the possibility of a prolonged strike if their demands are not met during the legislative discussions in the Parliament. The taxi drivers' request for a general criminal record check for the issuance or renewal of special taxi driving licenses underscores their intent to maintain high standards of safety and professionalism within the industry. The outcome of this strike may significantly influence the future landscape of taxi services in Greece.