El Estado retiene 1.224 millones de euros por seguir sin actualizar el sueldo de los funcionarios

Delayed Salary Increases for Spanish Public Employees

The Spanish government's delay in updating the salaries of public employees has resulted in a significant backlog of unpaid compensation, estimated at €1.224 billion by the CSIF union. This amount includes €504 million in back pay owed from a 0.5% increase that was approved but not yet disbursed, and €720 million for the projected salary increase for 2025.

Key Issues and Demands

• Back Pay: €504 million in back pay is owed to approximately three million public workers due to the delayed 0.5% salary increase.
• 2025 Salary Increase: The government's delay in negotiating a salary increase for 2025 has resulted in an additional estimated loss of €720 million for public employees. CSIF estimates an increase based on a 2.8% inflation rate.
• Negotiation Stalemate: The government's delay is attributed to the pending negotiation of the 2025 budget, which will determine how the additional funds are allocated. While the government has assured the payment will be retroactive, the timing is uncertain.
• Union Action: CSIF is planning mobilization to pressure the government into implementing the salary increases and addressing other issues like improved working conditions.

CSIF emphasizes the need for immediate implementation of the 0.5% increase, citing that it was approved for military personnel and could be applied similarly to other public workers. Beyond salary increases, the union also demands negotiations for a new public employment offer and a reduction to 35-hour workweeks. The current situation has led to delays in initiatives such as partial retirement, further highlighting the government's lack of preparedness, according to the union.