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Volkswagen to cut 35,000 jobs in Germany

Volkswagen to cut 35,000 jobs in Germany

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Volkswagen has, after a long struggle, agreed with the unions on reduced production in factories in Germany to avoid closures and mass layoffs. According to the company, the workforce will simultaneously be radically reduced within five years

Second wave of major strike awaits Volkswagen

Second wave of major strike awaits Volkswagen

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The already heavily pressured car group Volkswagen (VW) is facing a second wave of warning strikes that will be launched at nine factories in Germany on Monday.

Metal Workers Union Forces VW with Major Strike

Metal Workers Union Forces VW with Major Strike

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The German car giant Volkswagen's plans for cutbacks are facing strong union resistance. Now, the powerful trade union IG Metall is calling for a "warning strike"

Volkswagen wants to cut wages by ten percent

Volkswagen wants to cut wages by ten percent

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