Wednesday’s train strike is having mixed results, with many trains running and passengers complained about lengthy delays.

The strike was called by ticket inspectors protesting against cuts in pay during bank holidays and days off which they say should continue to be paid double despite the government’s plan to save on these payments.

Less than half of scheduled services were cancelled during the morning.

Train operator CP spokeswoman Ana Portela said the strike was expected to last three days but was limited to the greater Lisbon area.