Berlin (dpa – The food delivery service Gorillas wants to raise the hourly wage for its drivers from currently 10.50 euros to 12 euros from January. The bonus that the so-called riders receive per delivery will then also increase from four to The company announced on Thursday that the new regulations only apply to drivers and not to other employees in the camps, for example.

Gorillas also promises better equipment for the winter. The riders can order new winter jackets, gloves, power banks, safety glasses and neck warmers. “We are sending a clear signal to the delivery industry and creating a new industry standard,” said Brunst. “Above all, this is an appreciation for our drivers, who are precisely responsible for the success of our company.”

The future federal government consisting of the SPD, the Greens and the FDP will raise the minimum wage nationwide for all industries to twelve euros. It is not yet clear when the project WILL be real.

Gorillas has been raging in a conflict about better working conditions between employees and the company for months. After long arguments, the employees have had their own works council since Saturday. The management had tried to prevent the election in court, but most recently failed before the Berlin State Labor Court. It is currently being examined whether further steps will be taken, said Brunst.

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