Train service on S-Bahn resumes, disruption expected on BVG due to strike.
After a week of disruptions, normal service resumed on Berlin's S-Bahn on Monday, 29th January, following an end to the strike. However, another potential strike by the city's main public transportation provider, the BVG, is scheduled for this Friday.
The S-Bahn strike, which had caused significant inconvenience to commuters and residents, was the result of a collective bargaining dispute between the GDL union and Deutsche Bahn. The reasons for the strike's termination are not specified in the text.
The BVG, the main public transportation provider in Berlin, is set to stage a warning strike this Friday, as called for by Verdi, the union representing BVG workers. The exact reasons for the strike are not clear from the text, but it is part of Verdi's own round of collective bargaining negotiations.
If the BVG strike goes ahead, it could potentially cause further disruptions in Berlin's public transportation services. The strike may affect U-Bahn, trams, and bus services, making travel around the city more challenging. It is expected that the strike will last only one day.
While the nationwide train strike ended early on Monday morning, the potential BVG strike could prove more disruptive for residents of Berlin, as they rely heavily on public transportation for their daily commute.
It is currently unclear who is responsible for the BVG strike dispute, as the responsible party is not explicitly named in the search results.
Verdi is demanding that all BVG employees receive holiday pay of €500 per year and 33 days of vacation. No further strikes are scheduled until March 3, according to the agreement.
Commuters and residents of Berlin are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and to check for updates on the BVG's website or social media channels for the latest information on any potential disruptions to public transportation services.
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