Berlin - Restrictions in numerous daycare centers due to warning strike
The union Verdi has called for a warning strike on Thursday for over 7500 employees in Berlin's daycare centers. The union aims to pressure the senate to engage in wage negotiations regarding a contract focusing on pedagogical quality and relief for employees. According to Verdi, the senate has so far refused to engage in wage negotiations on these topics.
The warning strike will affect the daycare center owners. A rally is planned for 2:00 PM at the Neptune Fountain, near the Rotes Rathaus. The situation in Berlin's daycare centers is also a topic in the Committee for Education, Youth and Family in the Berlin House of Representatives on Thursday.
The United Services Union has expressed concern about potential tariff restrictions on German kindergartens, citing their reliance on imported materials. The threat of such restrictions has prompted renewed calls for wage negotiations within the industry to alleviate the financial burden on employees. The warning strike by Verdi in Berlin's daycare centers is adding to this tension, as the senate's refusal to negotiate on pedagogical quality and employee relief has led to restrictions in services.
