Government meets with public sector unions to negotiate 2027 salaries

The government is holding an initial round of negotiations today with public sector unions regarding salary updates for 2027, ahead of the State Budget proposal delivery expected later this week. While a current multi-year agreement sets a 2.3% increase (minimum €60.52), unions are demanding significantly higher raises, ranging from 5% to 15%, alongside increases to the meal allowance and the public sector minimum remuneration floor. The State Budget proposal must be formally submitted to Parliament by Monday, 2026-10-12.


