Overview

• The Verdi union announced an indefinite strike by Charité Facility Management (CFM) employees, set to begin with the early shift on April 2.
• The strike follows a fifth round of unsuccessful negotiations on March 31, with union officials citing management's failure to present a viable offer.
• CFM employs approximately 3,500 workers, with 3,200 covered under Verdi's demand for public sector pay rates.
• Employees impacted by the strike work in critical support roles, including medical technology, patient transport, cleaning, and security.
• The industrial action is expected to cause significant disruptions to operations and patient care at Berlin's Charité hospital.