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Seven countries not respecting EU minimum wage rules: trade union

Member states are dragging their feet implementing EU laws intended to ensure workers get a decent salary, as a key deadline looms, the European Trade Union Confederation said.

Economy

Portugal minimum wage rises: How does it compare to EU counterparts?

Plans to increase Portugal's minimum wage has been announced - but the higher salary is still far below some of its European Union counterparts.

Business

Dublin pubs suggest time's up for staff due to minimum wage rises

Many pubs in Dublin are struggling with inflationary price rises as well as reduced footfall as pub goers cut back on their spending.

Economy

Belgium pushes minimum wage over €2,000 with bid in for more

A hike in the minimum wage puts the country among the few in Europe where the minimum wage surpasses €2,000, as high taxes bite.

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Business

More than 500 companies named for not paying minimum wage

The UK government has pointed the finger at iconic British businesses such as EasyJet, Greggs, Hamleys and Harrods who it says have failed to pay staff members the minimum wage.

Economy

Minimum wages in Europe: How do salaries compare across the continent?

The proportion of workers earning just the minimum wage is higher than 10% in a number of countries across Europe. Euronews Business takes a closer look at the data.

Economy

UK minimum wage set to increase to £11.44 per hour

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced that the UK's hourly minimum wage is set to increase to £11.44 per hour, jumping almost 10% from April, marking a significant increase.

Business

UK minimum wage set to rise in 2024

Two million people will be affected by the increase. Full-time workers on the minimum wage will earn £1,000 (€1,153) more next year, says the Conservative Party.

Work

Real wages are down in Europe: Which countries saw the biggest fall?

Real wages fell in most European countries after record-high inflation eroded most of the nominal wage growth. Which countries are worst impacted?

World News

Europe's ALDE party delivers a poster message to Orbán's government

Europe's ALDE party gives Orbán government a piece of their mind with poster campaign

Real Economy

The adequate EU minimum wage confronted by high inflation in Latvia

In partnership with The European Commission

The minimum wage has recently increased across Europe. In Latvia, it rose by 24% in 2023, the highest increase in the European Union. But is it enough to cope with the rising cost of living?

Slovenia

Thousands of nurses strike over working conditions in Slovenia

Thousands of nurses in Slovenia striked over low salaries and stressful working conditions on Wednesday. The protest rally was organised by the Trade Union of Nursing which coordinates over 6300 Slovenian nurses.

Work

In data: Soaring inflation has pushed minimum wages across Europe down

Real minimum wages fell in most EU member states as inflation reached its highest levels. Where in Europe is feeling this the most?

Real Economy

Minimum income initiatives helping the EU's most vulnerable households

In partnership with The European Commission

New EU initiatives on minimum income aim to lift the most vulnerable households out of poverty and boost social inclusion.

Economy

European lawmakers expected to approve EU-wide minimum wage

The vote on Wednesday would see the living standards for millions of European workers improved.

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Argentine workers hold 'funeral' for minimum wage

Left-wing social organisations held a demonstration in downtown Buenos Aires where they "mourned and buried" the Argentinean minimum wage.

Europe Decoded

How do EU member states compare on minimum wage?

Three-quarters of EU member states have a minimum wage policy. the other six countries set wages through collective agreements.

Europe News

Agreement on new EU minimum wage law reached in Brussels

EU countries will have to determine their minimum wage based on a basket of household goods and services – taking into consideration the gross median wage.

Kosovo

Kosovo war veterans clash with police in protest for higher pensions

Police used tear gas to prevent around 2,000 demonstrators from entering parliament during a debate.

United Kingdom

Outcry as P&O Ferries boss admits breaking law in sacking nearly 800

Corporate behaviour and government responsibility are under scrutiny after Peter Hebblethwaite told a parliamentary committee the ferry company failed to consult unions.