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Last GDL strike of the year has begun

Last GDL strike of the year has begun

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Last GDL strike of the year has begun
Last GDL strike of the year has begun

GDL Union's Last Strike of the Year Underway

Let's be real, folks. The GDL union's nationwide strike on trains has kicked off, and it's causing some major disruptions. The strike, which started Thursday evening and lasts until 10 pm Friday, is affecting both passenger and freight transport. Deutsche Bahn has issued an emergency timetable, but expect a bunch of canceled trains and delays.

If your plans for Friday include hopping on a train, consider postponing it if you can. Deutsche Bahn is being super understanding and has lifted the train binding for affected tickets, allowing for easy rescheduling.

This is the last strike of the year, according to GDL, but brace yourself for some potential chaos coming your way in January. The union has hinted at some "longer strikes," so keep your eyes peeled.

The union and Deutsche Bahn have been locked in a collective bargaining round since early November. The main disagreement? GDL is demanding a 35-hour week in shift work, while Deutsche Bahn thinks that's a pipe dream given the shortage of skilled workers.

Deutsche Bahn has expressed disappointment at the short-notice strike announcement and urged GDL to get back to the negotiating table.

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While Deutsche Bahn hasn't confirmed any planned strike in January, the union EVG has been pushing for wage negotiations. If these negotiations fail, strikes might start as early as April 2025, depending on the outcome of the federal election in Germany.

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Deutsche Bahn is currently feeling the heat from the GDL union's strike, which is affecting most passenger trains and forcing an emergency timetable. The strike might be the last one of the year, but don't be too relieved just yet – GDL has hinted at some "longer strikes" starting in January.

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