April 27, 2025
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‘Two worlds colliding’: Berlin transport workers and climate activists unite over rights

‘Two worlds colliding’: Berlin transport workers and climate activists unite over rights

Two groups are striking for better working conditions and investment in Germany’s underfunded public transport

At first sight, the gathering in an office complex in east Berlin resembles a self-help group. But the public transport workers and climate protesters sitting in a semi-circle introducing themselves have been thrown together, they say, to fight for a common cause.

“Hello, my name is Erdogan. I’m a bus driver in the northern zone of Berlin and have been in the job for 32 years. I’m glad someone is finally taking our profession seriously,” says one.

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