Schwerin Public Transport Woes: Strike Tomorrow and Next Tuesday
Get ready for a hassle-if you're a resident or visitor in Schwerin, as public transportation services will be halted on Saturday and Tuesday due to a trade union strike. The Schwerin public transport company (NVS) and Verdi, the union representing its employees, have failed to reach an agreement on wages, leading to this unsavory situation.
Here's what you need to know:
Saturday Strike: No Bus or Streetcar, But Sunday as Usual
Sleep in, Schwerin residents, or find an alternative mode of transport: the NVS announced a warning strike, meaning no buses or streetcars will operate from 4 a.m. Saturday until 4 a.m. Sunday. After that, the services will resume as scheduled.
Tuesday Strike: Full-Blown Disruption
The work stoppage is set to continue on Tuesday, when the entire local transport system will go on strike from 4 p.m. until Wednesday morning. Travel plans beware: expect a rough commute.
Standstill in Traffic and Trade
The upcoming strike will impact more than just your average ride to work or school. The noticeable disruptions in local traffic will impact businesses and services, too.
Enrichment Insights: Berlin's Upcoming Strike
Though Schwerin seems to be bearing the brunt of the strike controversy, it's worth noting that Berlin residents will face a similar situation on Monday, February 10, 2025. Led once again by the union 'Verdi', this Berlin-Brandenburg Transport Association (BVG) protest will halt trams, subways, and most buses until Tuesday morning at 3 a.m. S-Bahn and regional trains, however, will continue to operate.
Adjust Your Commute: Prepare and Plan Ahead
So, what's a commuting Schwerin resident to do? Use the NVS journey planner to find alternative routes and plan your travel accordingly. With some extra planning, you might just manage to avoid the worst of the commute chaos.
[1] For more information on the strike and its implications, visit the NVS or BVG website.
