EPSU Backs Turkish Public Employees as Collective Bargaining Talks Stall Amid Soaring Inflation
EPSU supports Turkish public employees taking to the streets as Public Sector Collective Bargaining negotiations stall. The government's 17% wage offer is deemed far below soaring inflation, with EPSU asserting "A decent wage is a right!"
Brussels/Ankara – The European Federation of Public Service Unions (EPSU) has voiced strong support for public employees across Turkey, who are currently taking to the streets as negotiations for the Public Sector Collective Bargaining Framework have reached an impasse.
According to EPSU's statement, the Turkish government's offer of a 17% wage increase is deemed "far below soaring inflation," failing to meet the basic needs of public sector workers.
In a show of international solidarity, EPSU declared its full backing for the striking employees, asserting that "A decent wage is not an option — it’s a right!" The union’s message underscores the fundamental entitlement of workers to fair remuneration that keeps pace with the cost of living.
The widespread demonstrations highlight the growing discontent among Turkish public employees, who demand a collective bargaining agreement that genuinely addresses their economic hardships. EPSU's public support, conveyed with the hashtag #Solidarity, emphasizes the international labor movement's concern for fair working conditions and wages in Turkey.
This development reflects the ongoing challenges in labor relations in Turkey, as unions continue to push for improved terms amidst significant economic pressures.
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