Hayford Amedji-dela Anyidoho

Current on Rail Strikes

Date:January 9, 2024

Overview:
– GDL strike in freight transport has started, passenger transport to follow from early Wednesday morning.
– Three days of disruptions expected in passenger transport.

Strike Times:
– Freight transport on strike since 6 PM, passenger transport from 2 AM Wednesday.
– Ends Friday at 6 PM.

Affected Areas:
– Deutsche Bahn, Transdev, City-Bahn Chemnitz impacted.
– Disruptions in long-distance, regional, and freight transport.
– Emergency timetable available, but limited.

Recommendation:
– Avoid unnecessary travel, postpone trips if possible.

Reasons for Strike:
– GDL demands working hour reduction, pay raise, inflation compensation.
– Deutsche Bahn offers 11% pay increase, but no reduction in working hours.
– Negotiations failed, legal attempt to halt the strike unsuccessful.

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