Almost a thousand workers in the construction sector demonstrated loudly in Basel on Friday in favour of a new national collective agreement. According to the builders' association, there were riots. The protesters marched with banners proclaiming "More pay, respect and solidarity" and "Respect for our work". The loud demonstration, shrouded in red clouds of smoke, attracted a lot of attention in the centre of Basel. Passers-by repeatedly expressed their solidarity with the construction workers. The reason for the demonstration: this year, the national labour agreement for around 80,000 construction workers expires. The fifth round of negotiations between the trade unions and the builders' association ended inconclusively at the end of October. Industry strike an issue According to the Unia and Syna trade unions, the long working hours and travelling times from the company to the construction sites are a particular concern for employees. The unions and construction workers are ...
