NS Strike: Significant Disruption to Public Transport in Gelderland
NS Strike Causes Morning Transport Disruption
ARNHEM - On Wednesday, workers from NS and various regional transport companies will strike for four hours, causing major disruptions to public transport in Gelderland.
The strike will halt services from 04:00 to 08:00. This follows similar strikes outside Gelderland, affecting many commuters reliant on public transit.
Impacts of the Strike
- Full suspension of NS services during strike hours
- Commuters advised to delay travel or find alternative options
- Services expected to resume after 08:00
The strike effort is led by the trade unions FNV and CNV, pushing the government to enable a permanent RVU-regulation that allows workers in physically demanding jobs to retire early.
Background on RVU-regulation
As the current RVU-regulation is set to expire in 2025, the unions are striving to secure its continuation and integrate it into current collective agreements. The Employers Association of Public Transport (VWOV) supports this extension.
Minke Jansma, the president of VWOV, has expressed support for the unions' efforts, highlighting the need for sustainable solutions for the workforce.
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