Santiago Sanitation Workers Protest Benefit Cuts, Disrupting City Traffic

Santiago Garbage Workers Protest Benefit Cuts Garbage collection in Santiago, Chile, came to a standstill today as city sanitation workers staged a protest outside the municipal building. The workers, employed by various contractors, are protesting cuts to their benefits. The demonstration, which began at approximately 10 AM local time, caused significant traffic disruption in the city center. "They're trying to take away our hard-earned benefits," said one driver, who wished to remain anonymous, "We work hard every day to keep this city clean, and we deserve fair compensation." The video footage shows a line of garbage trucks parked along the street, blocking traffic. Workers can be seen talking to each other and to reporters. The protest highlights growing concerns about the working conditions and benefits of essential service workers in Santiago. The municipality has yet to release an official statement regarding the protest and the workers' demands. The situation remains tense, with no immediate resolution in sight. However, the protest underscores the importance of fair treatment for essential workers and the need for open dialogue between city officials and the sanitation workforce.