Nationwide Public Sector Strikes Disrupt Key Services Across Germany

Verdi escalates industrial action for 2.5 million public sector workers, demanding higher wages and better conditions.

The strikes impact hospitals, childcare facilities, waste management, and other public services, with significant disruptions reported in multiple regions.
Verdi is advocating for an 8% pay increase or at least €350 more per month, alongside improved overtime pay and additional leave days.
Healthcare services face delays, including postponed non-urgent surgeries, as hospitals ensure emergency operations through minimal staffing agreements.
Childcare services are heavily affected, with widespread closures and limited emergency care in cities like Leipzig, Freital, and Stuttgart, leaving parents scrambling for alternatives.
The next round of national negotiations between unions and employers is scheduled for March 14-16 in Potsdam, as disagreements over affordability persist.