In a show of unity, the rival OGBL and LCGB trade unions have mobilised together to express their opposition to recent government labour policies, including proposed changes to pension reforms and Sunday commercial hours.
Protesters are expected to gather at 11am near the central station before making their way down Avenue de la Liberté, heading towards Place Guillaume II.
As of 10am, the Gare district is witnessing an influx of protesters sporting union colours and holding banners. The atmosphere remains peaceful, with participants assembling in anticipation of the march towards the city centre.
Reactions towards the protest seem to vary, with market traders having to move to Place de la Constitution near Gëlle Fra instead of their usual location on Place Guillaume II.
“I have nothing against the trade unions,” says Niki Kirsch, one of the stallholders, “but why do they have to take away our revenue? We’ve been here on Knuedler for hundreds of years.”
OGBL president Nora Back shows signs of relief just before the demonstrators started marching.
“The march looks beautiful, I see many young people, too, many colours and so much diversity,” she illustrates.
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