Train Drivers' Union Sets Strikes Demand
In a bold move, the GDL (German Train Drivers' Union) has declared its intention to press for a decrease in weekly working hours from the current 38 to a more manageable 35. Deutsche Bahn, however, has so far been unwilling to engage in discussions about this matter, leading the GDL to abandon negotiations.
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The GDL, a prominent player in Germany's railway industry, organized a strike vote among train drivers in Frankfurt, resulting in a call for industrial action due to the tensions with Deutsche Bahn over working hours. The GDL's threat to take strike action poses a significant challenge for Deutsche Bahn to tackle. Despite refusing to discuss the reduction of working hours from 38 to 35 hours per week, the GDL's stance has garnered widespread attention within the industry. Previous actions by the union have had a substantial impact on the rail system in Frankfurt.
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Despite the ongoing collective bargaining disagreement between the GDL and Deutsche Bahn, the current situation regarding the reduction of working hours from 38 to 35 hours per week remains unclear. Recent developments mainly focus on a collective bargaining agreement between Deutsche Bahn and the EVG (German Railway and Transport Union), which includes wage increases and job security until 2027 but does not address the reduction of working hours for train drivers[1].
To gain a more comprehensive and current perspective, it would be essential to consult recent news articles or official statements from both parties involved in these discussions.
[1] "Collective bargaining agreement in the railway sector in force until the end of 2020" (German, available at ) (accessed on June 11, 2022)
