Overview
- Germany’s GDL in Bavaria warned that works councils may more rigorously refuse duty shifts affected by short‑notice FPLOs, a move that could trigger train cancellations.
- The union cites more than 1,000 timetable orders in the state this year, saying drivers often receive several per shift with as little as five minutes to review changes.
- GDL reports that late instructions are extending shifts and undercutting contractual rest periods, with some early services reportedly canceled when updates arrive too late.
- Inconsistent departure times shown in cabs versus on platforms are said to cause early departures, missed train staff, and broken passenger connections.
- Deutsche Bahn acknowledges heavy maintenance activity and occasional short‑notice repairs or contractor staffing gaps but says most instructions arrive in time, as the GDL formally appeals to DB leaders including Evelyn Palla and regional planners for more realistic scheduling.