Results for "German Trade Unions"

Major German trade unions are mobilizing petitions and protests to pressure the Union and SPD parties to abandon their planned economic and structural reforms.

German trade unions are intensifying their protests against proposed pension reforms, which include discussions about a higher retirement age and moderated pension increases. A power struggle over the future of the pension system is now erupting.

Leading German trade unions, including Ver.di and IG Metall, are criticizing the proposed abolition of the 'Rente mit 63' (retirement at 63) by the Schwarz-Rot coalition, while a Union politician argues against treating the pension package as a buffet.

An opinion piece suggests that German trade unions should rethink their resistance to reforms, arguing that their close ties to the SPD and influence on the Labor Ministry are blocking necessary changes and harming Germany's economic prosperity.

Mercedes is reportedly considering putting the 35-hour work week up for discussion as part of a new savings program. This move is seen as a significant provocation to German trade unions, indicating the auto industry's challenging position.

On International Workers' Day, German trade unions rallied against job cuts and social welfare reductions, with DGB head Yasmin Fahimi warning against a return to early capitalism. Hundreds of demonstrations took place across the country.