15 Feb 2023 | 05:17 PM UTC
Germany: Unionized public service workers to strike in Leipzig Feb. 17-18
Unionized public service workers to strike in Leipzig, Germany, from 03:00 Feb. 17 to 05:00 Feb. 18. Likely disruptions to public services.
Event
Unionized public service workers affiliated with the Ver.di trade union plan to strike in Leipzig from 03:00 Feb. 17 until 05:00 Feb. 18 to demand higher wages. Organizers also plan to protest on the morning Feb. 17 at the Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz; the time and the number of participants remain unclear. Authorities have not yet determined the strike's likely impact; however, severe disruptions to all public services, especially public transport, are expected. The Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe (LVB) states regional bus and rail services, including the S-Bahn trains, are unaffected.
Delays and cancelations of local bus and tram services operated by the Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe are almost certain. The action could result in increased traffic congestion and greater demand for alternative modes of transport. Associated disruption may result in increased employee absenteeism and prompt business disruptions. The associated demonstration will likely be peaceful and largely undisruptive.
Advice
Confirm all urban public transport reservations in Leipzig Feb. 17-18. Consider alternative transport options to mitigate travel disruptions and allow extra time to reach destinations. Avoid the protest as a precaution.
