This decision was agreed on by a large majority at the HBV union day in Magdeburg. The justification given, was that the alliance concept was doomed to fail. The goal is now to form an independent reform proposal. Particularly one which addresses the issue of shorter working hours and the reduction of overtime. The price for Diesel fuel will be raised by five pfennig.
Reasons given for the increased prices, is the rise in crude oil prices and production costs.