On the French-German border alone fifteen crossing points have been blocked. Private cars, however, are so far still being let through. The transport companies are protesting against the introduction of the 35-hour work week. They fear competition disadvantages with respect to their European counterparts, whose drivers work longer hours. After a round of talks in Schwerin it appears that in both states policies on the labour market and economy, as well as on budgetary issues and finance, are comparable.
Joint actions are also possible on the state parliament level.
In two years time there will be state parliamentary elections in Saxony-Anhalt. During the night localized mist or low-hanging clouds, with clear spells. Low temperatures 2 to 7, with lower temperatures in the Alps. No sign frost in the coastal regions, however. The day will start off cloudy, with sun only in the higher mountainous regions.