Major Verdi Strike Disrupts Potsdam as Wage Negotiations Continue

Public sector workers demand higher wages, causing widespread traffic disruptions and a significant police presence in the city.

The Verdi union has called for a strike in Potsdam ahead of the third round of public sector wage negotiations with the government.
Protest activities include a central demonstration at Lustgarten and a march to the Luftschiffhafen, with additional strikes across Brandenburg.
Police have deployed significant resources, including state and federal officers, to manage the protests and ensure public safety.
The demonstrations have caused widespread traffic disruptions, including road closures and significant morning delays for commuters.
Verdi demands an 8% wage increase or at least €350 more per month for public sector employees, but employers claim these demands are financially unsustainable.