The German trade union Verdi has called a near-nationwide strike for Monday, urging around 100,000 bus and commuter rail workers to walk out amid stalled contract talks with municipal and state employers. The action could effectively bring public transportation systems to a standstill, as workers press for shorter hours, longer breaks and improved pay for unsocial shifts. Authorities and unions continue negotiations but have yet to reach an agreement.
See "German commuter transport faces 'standstill' on Monday amid call for strike", Staff, Reuters, January 30, 2026