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Civil Service believes government has “margin” to increase the meal allowance further in 2027

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Briefings

Public Function workers believe the Government has room to increase the meal allowance beyond the 6.30 euros agreed in the multi-year agreement for 2027, with Fesap leader José Abraão challenging the Executive to go further. The STE prefers higher salary increases over larger meal subsidy hikes, while the Frente Comum warns that political will, not just budget margins, is the issue. Negotiations for 2027 salaries are ongoing between the Executive and three major unions.

Key points

• Fesap leader José Abraão challenges the Government to increase the meal allowance beyond the 6.30 euros agreed in the multi-year agreement for 2027, stating there is room to go further.
• The STE prefers higher salary increases over larger meal subsidy hikes, with Rosa Sousa noting the Executive has not yet responded to the unions' demands.

Context

Public Function workers are negotiating for 2027 salary updates and meal allowance increases. The multi-year agreement sets a 15-centimos increase to 6.30 euros, but unions seek more. The meeting involves the Executive and three major unions, with the Frente Comum warning that political will is the real constraint.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single article from October 2026. Specific future outcomes are unconfirmed. Union positions may shift, and the Executive's final response remains unknown at the time of publication.

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