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Government negotiates today wage increases in Civil Service after strike

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Briefings

Portuguese public sector unions are demanding higher salary increases and benefits during negotiations with the government on October 6, 2026, despite an existing 2026 agreement that only offers a 2.3% raise. Unions like FESAP and STE are pushing for a minimum salary of 1,050 euros and 7.3% raises, while the UGT union advocates for a 15% increase and a 13 euro daily meal subsidy. The government is expected to present the 2027 state budget on October 21, 2026, which will determine the final terms.

Key points

• The government received public sector unions on October 6, 2026, to negotiate salary increases for the following year.
• The existing 2026 agreement includes a 2.3% raise for 2027, but unions are demanding significantly higher amounts.

Context

Public sector unions are negotiating salary adjustments in Portugal. The 2026 agreement signed in January 2026 sets a baseline, but unions like FESAP and STE are pushing for higher minimum salaries and meal subsidies to address cost of living concerns.

Limitations

Evidence covers only the October 6, 2026 negotiation session. Specific dates for the 2027 budget presentation are not confirmed, and the final agreement terms remain uncertain as unions have not yet secured their demands.

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