Conflict of tariffs at the BVG: Arbitration dictates new hope!

Conflict of tariffs at the BVG: Arbitration dictates new hope!

Steglitz-Zehlendorf, Deutschland - The tariff conflict at Berlin's transport companies (BVG) has taken a new turn because Schlichter Matthias Platzeck and Bodo Ramelow are working on a solution proposal. This includes an increase in the basic content of 430 euros over a term of two years as well as improvements in the allowances for shift and driving service and Christmas bonus. Overall, the salary in some professional groups could increase by over 20 percent, which indicates the urgent need for an agreement. The negotiations were characterized by many on and down, and until the last minute was intensively advised. A final compromise is sought to avoid further outstanding because the BVG and Verdi are advised on the proposal. rbb24 reports .

The negotiations that started in mid -January already saw five warning strikes after the talks were declared failed after the sixth round. Last week, BVG proposed external arbitrators to find a solution acceptable for both sides. Despite the arbitration process, Verdi carried out a match among the members, which resulted in an approval of 95.4 percent for permanent strikes. If the arbitration does not deliver satisfactory results, Verdi could immediately call up to the strike, which has also tense the Situation. Investment Week explained .

challenges and demands

A central point of dispute in the negotiations is the monthly salary increase of 750 euros required by Verdi, which was rejected by the BVG as unrealistic and priceless. Verdi criticized that the BVG did not appreciate the performance of its employees. It was also emphasized that there are already initial approaches in the term of the new collective agreement and additional services. The arbitration should deliver results by the end of the coming week, with the negotiations taking place under the motto "Simply and silence". Investment week further .

The uncertainty about the salaries and working conditions of the approximately 16,600 BVG employees is part of a larger picture. Since January, discussions about demands for salary increases and improved working conditions have been repeatedly held in the public service. The negotiations for this sector recently led to an agreement, which at the same time increases the urgency of the BVG negotiations. zdf reports .

If the arbitration does not find a solution, the course for permanent strikes is set. Verdi has the opportunity to react to the overwhelming consent of its members and could thus have a serious influence on Berlin local transport. An agreement therefore remains urgently necessary to find a compatible way out of this tariff conflict and to improve the working conditions of the BVG employees.