The union Verdi has called for a warning strike in Augsburg's local transport on April 7. Stadtwerke Augsburg warn that traffic will largely come to a halt. The action is part of an ongoing wage dispute.
The union Verdi has called for a warning strike in Augsburg's local transport on April 7. Stadtwerke Augsburg (swa) stated: «Based on experiences from previous strike days, the local transport of swa in Augsburg can be expected to largely come to a halt on that day.» Operators urge passengers to switch to AVV bus lines or regional trains, as few lines in Augsburg are outsourced to non-striking companies.
Verdi also plans strikes in other Bavarian cities next week, without specifying locations. A statewide action is in preparation but lacks a date, according to a union representative speaking to Deutsche Presse-Agentur.
The dispute concerns pay raises for about 9,000 employees at more than 20 companies. The fourth round of talks ended without breakthrough a week ago; the next is scheduled for April 15. Employers recently offered more than 6 percent pay increase over 24 months or around 9 percent over 48 months, plus a one-hour reduction in working time.
Verdi now demands a total of 550 euros pay rise in two stages over 24 months – down from the original 670 euros over 12 months – and continues to seek reduced working hours.
