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FNV members reject final offer for regional transport, strikes loom

Members of the FNV trade union have rejected a final collective labor agreement offer for regional transport, raising the prospect of renewed strikes. The union is awaiting the decision of the CNV before announcing further industrial actions that could disrupt bus and train services nationwide.

Members of the FNV trade union have rejected the final collective labor agreement offer from regional transport employers, signaling a high likelihood of new strikes. While the FNV members voted overwhelmingly against the proposal, the CNV union is expected to announce its members' decision on Monday morning. The dispute follows failed negotiations for a new contract covering over 13,000 employees, including bus drivers from companies like Arriva and Transdev. Strikes had previously been suspended to allow for renewed talks, but these efforts have stalled after the latest offer was deemed insufficient by the unions.

The employers' rejected proposal included a staggered salary increase and plans for a new system regarding irregular hours and personal budgets. However, the FNV criticized the offer for failing to address concerns over income security and the ability for staff to reach retirement age in good health. If the CNV members also reject the deal, the unions are expected to resume their plans for weekly strike actions leading up to the Christmas period, which would impact regional bus and train services across the country.

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