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Volkswagen Autoeuropa workers reject wage freeze

The Workers' Commission at Autoeuropa has formally rejected potential plans for a wage freeze across the Volkswagen group until 2030, as reported in the German press on 19 October.

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While this is currently a response to reports rather than a confirmed change to your contract, if you work at the Autoeuropa plant, this signals potential future negotiations regarding your salary and purchasing power in light of the company's financial challenges.

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