Overview
- A deal announced Thursday between Verdi and the municipal employers covers more than 20 city-run bus, tram, and subway operators with roughly 9,000 to 10,000 workers.
- Pay rises total 7% in three steps: 4.1% back to January 1, 2026 with at least €120, another 1% in September 2026, and 1.9% on January 1, 2027.
- Working time improves with a cut to 37.5 hours a week from 2029, a 10.5-hour minimum rest between shifts, and higher Sunday and night-duty surcharges.
- The result now goes to a Verdi members’ ballot with both sides to respond by May 15, and no warning strikes will occur during this period.
- City treasurers warned this week that empty local coffers could force fare increases or service cuts unless higher operating costs receive more state or federal support.