BERLIN (AP) — A union representing train drivers at Germany’s national railway says its members have voted overwhelmingly to strike over a pay dispute.
According to news agency dpa, GDL union spokeswoman Gerda Seibert said Thursday that 91 percent of members voted in favor of strike action in a ballot.
No date was immediately set for walkouts though union leader Claus Weselsky said there won’t be any before Monday.
GDL is seeking a 5 percent pay increase for Deutsche Bahn’s train drivers, along with shorter working hours.
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