Germany - First strike of riders - August 31, 2023

The Berlin riders from the Lieferando food delivery service went on strike for the first time on 17 August 2023. Lieferando has been refusing to conclude collective agreements with the trade union NGG for some time. That's why the couriers stopped work on "Striker's Day" to put pressure on the company. The riders’ demands include for instance a minimum hourly wage of € 15, a 13th month salary, appropriate supplements and full payment for the last ride home. At the beginning of February, NGG called on Lieferando to negotiate a framework and wage agreement. Since then, Lieferando has consistently refused negotiations.

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