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Construction Workers Protest Workplace Safety in Heraklion

Wednesday, 24 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Construction workers held a protest march through the center of Heraklion on June 24, 2026, carrying a symbolic coffin to draw attention to workplace accidents in the construction sector. The demonstration passed through the main streets of the city center. Tourists in Heraklion may have encountered temporary disruptions to foot traffic or access in central areas during the march. The protest was peaceful and organized by trade unions to highlight ongoing safety concerns for workers on construction sites across Greece. No direct impact on tourist sites, ports, or transportation services was reported. Visitors to Heraklion can continue to explore the city center, the Archaeological Museum, and the Venetian harbor as normal.

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