Socialism
Final Figure of Soviet Army Monument Dismantled Amid Protests
The concluding segment of the Monument to the Soviet Army in Sofia was taken down today, concluding the removal process that began on December 12.
In Local Polls, Albania’s Socialists Face Opposition in Disarray
Campaign policies are in short supply ahead of Albania's May 14 local elections, in which the ruling Socialists face a Democratic Party split in two.
Google Doodle marks Labor Day
On May 1, as workers in many parts of the world enjoy a day off, Google's latest Doodle celebrates the history of Labor Day, also known as International Workers' Day.
The holiday originated in the late 19th century during the Industrial Revolution in the US and was established by the labor movement, which fought for the regulation of American work schedules and other worker rights.
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Gov’t to review minimum wage in July: Minister
The government will reconsider the minimum wage level in July, Labor and Social Security Minister Vedat Bilgin has said.
He noted that inflation has started to decline but prices continue to increase.
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Three in four companies plan wage hikes
The shortages of workers, particularly skilled ones, defining the current economic climate have improved their bargaining position vis-a-vis employers.
According to Randstad's HR trends survey of business executives for 2023, 66% believe job seekers have unrealistic salary expectations. Indeed, this figure has increased by 17 percentage points compared to 2022.
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Trade unionists urge participation in May Day rallies
The country's largest trade union federation has called for mass participation in May Day rallies on Monday across the country.
The General Confederation of Workers in Greece (GSEE), which represents private-sector workers, said it would assemble at 11 a.m. at Klathmonos Square in central Athens.
Minimum wage nearing average salary
With the new increase in the minimum wage to 780 euros gross and the drop in unemployment, a view across private sector payrolls in 2023 would show that about half of the country's workers will be paid gross earnings of €700-1,000 - i.e. up to €820 euros net.
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Thousands protest in Portugal to demand higher wages
Thousands of protesters filled downtown Lisbon on March 18 to demand higher wages and pensions, as well as government intervention to cap soaring food prices they say are strangling already tight budgets.
Bulgarian Pro-Russian Parties Seek Momentum for April Election
The pro-Russian Revival and Socialist Party are pitching themselves as bulwarks against the encroaching values - and currency - of the EU, ahead of yet another general election in Bulgaria.
Bulgaria to hold 5th election in 2 years after talks fail
Bulgaria will hold another parliamentary election - its fifth in two years - after the Socialist Party on Tuesday announced that it had failed to form a government and had returned the unfulfilled mandate to the country's president.