Welcome to the Homepage of the FAU Bern
This is the Homepage of the Local Syndicate of the FAU in Berne.
Become a Member
The FAU is a grassroots union. That means: The power lies with the members themselves, because we have no functionaries. If you want to become part of a movement from below, you can find more information here and you can also apply for membership.
Catering Campaign
Workers* in the catering sector are confronted with many problems. The Corona Pandemic has further aggravated the situation. This makes it all the more important for us to organize ourselves in this industry. Here you can find information about your rights and news about our gastronomy campaign.
Covid-19
In our section you will find the labor law situation, news and more about the pandemic.
News
May 1st in Solothurn
You don't know what to do on May 1st? Come with the FAU to Solothurn!
Meeting point: 13:30 at the Amthausplatz Solothurn
#protest march
#music
#drinks and food
#books and brochures
#speeches by the sector syndicates of nursing and catering
Migros Turkey: Union Members fired!
After a long ongoing conflict, workers have been fired for unionizing. The Workers stay combative, as the following statement shows.
A Look back at one Year of the Pandemic
The year 2020 was a year of crisis, even apart from the pandemic. The crisis had only re-enforced old problems. The injustices of racism, sexism and class were only reinforced. A look back at some of the problems.
Broken Promise: Gastro-Workers wont get full Wage Compensation
Since March, many in the catering industry a.k.a. "Gastro" have been struggling with massive wage losses. Therefore, many of us listened closely when on December 18, the parliament passed 100% short-time compensation for the low wages. The first pay slips now show that the reality is far from it. Hourly wage earners get a maximum of 81%, monthly wage earners a maximum of 92%.
Read more … Broken Promise: Gastro-Workers wont get full Wage Compensation
Demands for the Catering Sector