Niki Kerameus Presents Plans for Minimum Wage Reform and Labor Market Initiatives

08:25 10/10/2024 - Πηγή: iEfimerida

Minister of Labor Niki Kerameus outlined the scientific committee's proposal for implementing the European directive on adequate minimum wages, aiming to balance economic growth with social support.

Speaking on SKAI, Ms. Kerameus explained that from 2028 onwards, the minimum wage will be calculated using a mathematical formula that takes into account inflation

and national economic productivity.

The goal is to safeguard purchasing power and support low-income workers.

Additionally, the committee suggests aligning public sector wages with the private sector minimum wage.

"Our focus is twofold: we want to protect the most vulnerable groups and support our citizens, while also ensuring the sustainability of the Greek economy in the medium and long term. The proposed formula offers a simple, predictable, and transparent method to set the minimum wage," Ms. Kerameus said.

She also emphasized the enhanced role of social partners, who will form a unified body to engage in consultations. She shared the report with social partners and announced upcoming meetings to discuss potential adjustments and improvements.

Reassuring workers, Ms. Kerameus stated that the European directive explicitly prohibits reducing the minimum wage, highlighting the importance of eliminating uncertainty, supporting family planning, and fostering investments.

Regarding collective bargaining, the Minister stressed the need for worker and employer representatives to reach collective agreements, as seen in the tourism and hospitality sectors.

Kerameus also addressed labor market issues, including initiatives to repatriate Greek professionals who left during the economic crisis. She highlighted skills training and announced upcoming events in Amsterdam and Düsseldorf to connect Greek expatriates with domestic businesses through the "Rebrain Greece" platform.

Lastly, the Minister discussed correcting pension issues caused by the Solidarity Contribution and introduced changes allowing disability pension recipients to work without losing their benefits.

Διαβάστε περισσότερα στο iefimerida.gr