Cleaners, ground crew and security workers at Schiphol Airport were striking to send a final warning to airport management to end the race to the bottom in their wages and conditions. According to trade union FNV, Schiphol Airport management seems only to have one goal: reduce costs by increasing the competition among external contractors that provide ground handling, security and cleaning services. FNV is urging Schiphol Airport management to stop the fierce competition and provide permanent and safe jobs with a living wage.
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