ETF Criticizes Approved Flexibilization Rules in Bus and Coach The European Transport Workers’ Federation has expressed significant disappointment following the recent parliamentary approval of further flexibilization in organising breaks and rest for road passenger transport workers. The ETF, a leading voice in advocating for workers’ rights in the transportation sector, views these changes as a step backwards in ensuring a fair and safe working environment. Statement 13 Dec 2023
ETF actions in defense of drivers’ breaks, rest time and road safety The European Transport Workers’ Federation (ETF) is taking a stand against the proposed revision of driving and rest time rules, which could compromise the safety and the welfare of bus and coach drivers across Europe. Press Release 23 Oct 2023
ETF calls for social deployment of EU recovery budget in bus and coach The ETF calls on EU Commissioner for Transport, Members of the European Parliament and Member States for a social deployment of the EU recovery budget in the bus and coach transport. News 18 Jun 2020
ETF welcomes Denmark’s decision to introduce stricter cabotage rules for buses & coaches Starting 1 November 2019, Denmark will tighten its rules for foreign buses and coaches. Foreign buses will be allowed to legally cabotage for seven consecutive days in Denmark per calendar month. News 16 Oct 2019
European Parliament gives green light to foolish liberalisation of bus and coach market Vulnerable communities face the loss of vital services. Drivers have to reckon with a further “Flixbusification” of their work: low pay, dreadful conditions and unstable employment. Press Release 14 Feb 2019
European Parliament votes this week to liberalise the bus and coach sector in Europe Just 3 month before the EU elections, MEPs are about to give the green light to a destructive reform that could ruin quality jobs and leave vulnerable communities without vital services. News 12 Feb 2019
Together for the safety of drivers and road users – ECF FEVR ETSC ETF joint statement resource 23 Sep 2018