Marseille Taxi Drivers Block City in 13-Euro Medical Transport Protest

Taxi drivers in Marseille, France, launched a four-day protest on May 22, 2025, at the city's airport and Place Castellane. Their demonstration against a proposed 13-euro flat rate for medical transport caused significant traffic congestion. Leïla Ghorzi, president of the Taxi En Route 13 union, stated, "It's not our fault, the taxis, to pay the consequences of bad governance." The protest highlights concerns about reduced income for drivers and potential difficulties for patients needing transportation. One bystander commented on the inconvenience but acknowledged the drivers' right to protest. The situation underscores the complex interplay between economic concerns, healthcare access, and the right to protest.