A warning strike is planned for Friday at Wiesbaden’s bus service, ESWE, as union Verdi has called on its employees to cease work. The strike is expected to disrupt a large portion of the city’s bus network, though some lines and regional connections will continue to operate.
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 the express bus lines X26, X72, X76, and X79, which are also expected to remain in service. Passengers may also be able to utilize regional bus routes, such as those traveling to the Taunus region.
According to Verdi, the work stoppage will begin with the early shift and continue until the complete of the last shift, potentially extending into the early hours of Saturday.
On Tuesday, the union announced a warning strike at the U- and streetcar 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 transportation companies. Employees in several cities and districts, including Wiesbaden, already participated in strikes earlier in February.
Next Round of Negotiations Scheduled
The background to the recent 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 union Verdi and the 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 extending into the early hours of Saturday.
How will these ongoing labor disputes impact public transportation in the region long-term?
