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On Thursday, hundreds of passengers experienced extensive delays for the Gozo ferries due to an unexpected strike by mooring men.
Some drivers and passengers reported to Times of Malta being stuck at the quay for up to two hours in their cars under the scorching sun.
The situation was exacerbated by Gozo Channel’s failure to provide any explanation for the delays. Around 2:30 PM, one ferry departed from Ċirkewwa while two others remained docked.
Gozo Minister Clint Camilleri later explained that several mooring men, acting independently and without union support, did not report to work on Thursday. Others who did report refused to perform their duties.
He stated that Gozo Channel plans to take disciplinary action against the workers involved in the impromptu strike.
The minister expressed gratitude to other employees who took on additional responsibilities to moor the ships and help restore normal service as quickly as possible.
The strike occurred on the eve of Mnarja, a traditional holiday when many Maltese residents travel to Gozo.
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