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Greek labor organization wage and cost of living advocacy

Overview

The General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE/GSSEE) has addressed various labor and wage issues in Greece. Initially, the organization provided specific clarifications regarding wage compensation for private sector employees during the August 15 holiday, detailing pay increases for those working on the holiday and protections for those on leave.

Subsequently, the confederation expanded its focus to criticize broader government measures concerning wages and the cost of living. GSSEE argued that current policies are insufficient to address the gap between income and rising expenses, such as housing and essential goods. The organization has called for substantial wage increases, the strengthening of collective bargaining, and decisive interventions to curb inflation to protect citizens' purchasing power.

Entities

GSEE · Greece · General Confederation of Greek Workers

Timeline

  1. 5 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    GSSEE criticizes government measures on wages and cost of living

    The General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSSEE) has called government wage measures insufficient, demanding substantial increases and stronger collective bargaining to combat the rising cost of living.

  2. 29 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 9 sources
    Greece: Wage rules clarified for August 15 holiday

    GSEE has clarified wage rules for the August 15 holiday in Greece. Employees working in legally operating businesses are entitled to a 75% pay increase, with additional bonuses for sixth-day work.

Sources

businessdaily.gr · sofokleousin.gr