A warning strike is planned for Wiesbaden’s bus service: the Verdi union has called on employees of the ESWE transport company to go on strike on Friday, impacting the majority of bus routes in the city.
Not All Bus Lines Affected
However, not all buses are operated by ESWE, meaning some lines will continue to run during the warning strikes, including numbers 5, 28, 39, and 46. The RMV operates express bus lines X26, X72, X76, and X79, which will similarly continue to operate. Passengers may also be able to use regional buses, such as those traveling to the Taunus region.
According to Verdi, the strike will begin with the early shift and finish with the last shift, potentially continuing into the early hours of Saturday.
On Tuesday, the union announced a warning strike at the U- and tram lines in Frankfurt, which took place on Thursday.
Fourth Strike Day in Hessen
This renewed strike in Wiesbaden marks the fourth strike day in Hessen as part of an ongoing dispute over improved working conditions at municipal transport companies. Employees in several cities and districts, including Wiesbaden, already went on strike in early February.
Next Round of Negotiations Approaching
The background to the fresh warning strike is the conflict between the union and the municipal transport companies over the collective bargaining agreement for local public transport in Hessen (TV-N), which regulates working hours, vacation days, classification, and allowances. Further negotiations are scheduled for February 24th following the failure of the last round.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cause of the strike?
The strike is due to a conflict between the Verdi union and municipal transport companies over the collective bargaining agreement for local public transport in Hessen (TV-N).
Which bus lines will be affected?
Most bus lines operated by ESWE will be affected, but lines 5, 28, 39, and 46, as well as the RMV’s express bus lines X26, X72, X76, and X79, are expected to continue running.
When will the strike end?
The strike is expected to begin with the early shift on Friday and end with the last shift, potentially continuing into the early hours of Saturday.
As negotiations continue, how will these labor disputes impact public transportation in the region?
