ver.di warning strikes in public transport
The trade union ver.di is once again calling for nationwide warning strikes in local public transport on 27 and 28 February 2026. There will be considerable restrictions on bus, underground and tram services. S-Bahn and regional trains are not affected by the strike action. The warning strikes will begin on Friday in the early hours of the morning and will end on Saturday night or Sunday night, depending on the region.
Backgrounds
What is the strike about?
The background to the warning strikes is the ongoing wage negotiations for the public sector. The talks between the trade union ver.di and the municipal employers have so far failed to reach an agreement. With the warning strikes, ver.di wants to emphasise the demands of the employees.
Specifically, the union is demanding better working conditions for around 100,000 employees in local public transport. ver.di has been negotiating with the municipal employers' associations (KAV) in all 16 federal states since November. Among other things, the focus is on shorter working weeks and shifts, longer rest periods and higher bonuses for night and weekend work.
Position of employers
The municipal employers point to the tight financial situation of many cities and transport companies. The improvements demanded are difficult to realise in the proposed form. A viable offer has not yet been made. The warning strikes reflect the current deadlock in negotiations.
Well informed when travelling
We recommend that all passengers contact the relevant transport company before travelling. transport company about possible restrictions and alternative connections before travelling. This makes it easier to plan journeys even on strike days.