The unions approve social accord, albeit some reluctantly
The socialist, Christian, and liberal trade unions have voted to approve the social accord their representatives reached with the employers from the private sector. The accord covers a host of measures, including a significant increase in the level of the minimum wages and a more flexible regime on overtime. While the agreement received the backing of a sizable majority (88%) of delegates from the liberal trade union there was greater reluctance to accept the deal among those that represent members [...]
