Industrial Action by French Unions over Sarkozy's reform plans

Well the French railway unions have decided to go on a strike tomorrow and friday. This strike will be pitting the railway workers against Mr Sarkozy's resolve to reform the current pension privileges enjoyed by some half million French civil servants. The pension privileges include early retirement at 50, shorter contribution period and generous pension payouts compared to other public sector workers.
The French unions have threatened to bring the transport system to its knees as in previous strikes in 1995 and 2003. This time may be different - as Sarkozy was elected on a reform-focused platform and is believed to have the quiet support of the rest of the nation.

This will be one strike that will seriously jeopardize my travel plans - gosh guess I may just have to find a Rugby World Cup Final ticket and stay in Paris instead! Wifey, is that fine with you?