“Solidarity is the basis of our recovery plan!”, say Frank Moreels and S&D Vice-President Ismail Ertug As the reality of COVID-19 sets in, it is time to start planning Europe’s recovery. The keyword in this recovery plan? Solidarity. Statement 20 Apr 2020
COVID-19: Truck driver reveals truth about how professional drivers are treated on Europe’s borders A driver recounts how drivers are treated on the Croatia – Bosnia and Herzegovina border during Coronavirus, and we provide insight into the situation of drivers from Southeastern European countries. Worker's Story 17 Apr 2020
COVID-19: As issues persist in European transport, ETF calls for swift action While some action has been taken by the European Commission to address the issues related to COVID-19, much more is required to ensure the safety and wellbeing of transport workers. ETF responds to this situation with a letter to Commissioner Vălean. News 15 Apr 2020
COVID-19: “Women railway workers are torn between the importance of our job and our fear of spreading the virus to our families”, says Italian train guard An Italian train guard (onboard personnel) sheds light on the situation of railway workers in Italy. Worker's Story 10 Apr 2020
Driver Fatigue The driver’s profession is today more stressful and dangerous than it once was. Fatigue makes it harder for drivers to maintain vigilance, alertness and decision-making capacity in passengers safely to destination. ETF launches Safer Roads project, to raise awareness about driver fatigue and to improve safety on EU roads. Projects 9 Apr 2020
Union action in time of COVID-19: VSZ hard at work to ensure health & safety of railway workers VSZ, Trade Union of Hungarian Railwaymen, is working hard to guarantee a safe workplace for their railway workers! Union Action 6 Apr 2020
COVID-19: Italian women transport workers speak out Women transport workers from Italy speak out about working during COVID-19! Worker's Story 3 Apr 2020
Union action in the time of COVID-19: Affiliate actions Our affiliates are hard at work defending workers’ rights! You can find their actions here! Union Action 2 Apr 2020