Deutsche Bahn fears ‘massive impact’ of planned strike

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DB says it is ready to negotiate 'at any time'. Deutsche Bahn AG / Axel Hartmann

Unions in Germany are planning a major strike on Monday, which is expected to affect trains, trams, buses and flight traffic. The unions want an increase in pay. Deutsche Bahn (DB) in a statement released on Thursday said the timing of the strikes is inappropriate and will have “a disproportionate impact on travellers”.

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Deutsche Bahn fears ‘massive impact’ of planned strike

ICE3 high-speed train
DB says it is ready to negotiate 'at any time'. Deutsche Bahn AG / Axel Hartmann

Unions in Germany are planning a major strike on Monday, which is expected to affect trains, trams, buses and flight traffic. The unions want an increase in pay. Deutsche Bahn (DB) in a statement released on Thursday said the timing of the strikes is inappropriate and will have “a disproportionate impact on travellers”.

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