Slovenia: first collective agreement on wage increases and the refunding of certain expenses

The main trade-union confederation, the federation of free Slovenian trade unions (ZSSS) and the association of Slovenian employers, the Chamber of Commerce and industry and employers of the artisan companies concluded an agreement on wage increases and the refunding of meal and transport expenses for all employees of the private sector. (Ref. 06675)
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The negotiations which lasted 2 months ended by an agreement on last 20 June. For the first time, social partners managed to agree without the presence of a representative of the Ministry of Labour. It will come into effect on July 1, 2006 and will be effective until the end of the year 2007.
A mechanism for wage increases. This agreement, which is due to apply in there is no other agreement concluded at a lower level, provides for a wage increase of 2 % per year and a further increase if infl

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