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Greek public sector labor disputes

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The Greek Confederation of Public Employees (ADEDY) has initiated a series of actions and criticisms regarding public sector compensation and economic policy. In late August 2026, ADEDY announced a protest at the Ministry of Finance in Syntagma, demanding the reinstatement of 13th and 14th month salaries, wage increases to address the cost of living, the abolition of the solidarity contribution, and the restoration of the salary scale. They also called for the recognition of private sector experience and permanent staff recruitment. By September 2026, the union condemned government economic announcements made during the Thessaloniki International Fair, specifically criticizing a proposed one-time gross bonus of 500 euros distributed over 18 months. ADEDY argued such measures fail to combat inflation, noting that projected 2027 wage increases amount to ‘less than one euro per day’. The organization accused the government of prioritizing military spending and corporate subsidies over health, education, and social welfare. On September 14, the Greek Parliament proceeded with a second vote on a constitutional revision proposal submitted by the New Democracy party. The proposal includes amendments to 33 articles, including measures to allow non-state higher education institutions and potentially remove tenure for public employees. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis advocated for a modernized constitution, while criticizing the opposition for failing to reach a consensus. In response to these revisions, response, ADEDY organized a work stoppage in Attica and a protest at Syntagma Square. Labor unions expressed Square, expressing concerns that the changes could lead to the commercialization of education and health, and the erosion of job security for public servants. On September 29, In October 2026, ADEDY reaffirmed expanded its call for mobilization, announcing a Panhellenic Day of Action on work stoppage for October 1, 2026, citing Prime Minister statements at the IMF as a failure 21 to address the need advocate for employees to ‘live with dignity’. improved working conditions and increased funding for public education and healthcare.

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  1. 2026-10-21 01:23 UTC Greek public sector labor disputes
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  3. 2026-09-29 20:56 UTC Greek public sector labor disputes
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