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Low Water Levels in the Rhine Impact Traffic in Western Germany
The low water levels in the Rhine are leading to a decrease in shipping traffic, forcing companies to rely more on truck transport. Criticism arises from Verdi regarding planned relaxations of the Sunday truck driving ban.
According to the Münchner Merkur, the current low water levels in the Rhine are already affecting traffic in Western Germany. Due to the limited transport options for ships, companies are being compelled to move more goods via the roads. This could lead to increased stress on the highways, especially with return traffic expected in several federal states.
taz reported that CDU Transport Minister Steffen Bilger plans to ease the existing truck driving ban on Sundays. This has met with opposition from the Verdi union, which points to the current shortage of skilled workers and raises concerns about road safety.