Education unions demand 8% salary increase from government

Education unions are demanding an 8% salary increase for the upcoming year, citing an 11% devaluation of purchasing power. The government, represented by the ministers of Education and Economy, has proposed a 2.5% increase.

“

the union of directors and supervisors has 'a line of dialogue until the last minute'.

Miguel Marecos, president of the National Union of Directors (Sinadi), stated that educators are seeking a substantial adjustment to counteract the erosion of their purchasing power. He indicated that the government's current offer of 2.5% is considered insufficient and "not even laughable."

Despite the significant gap between the unions' demands and the government's proposal, Marecos emphasized that the Sinadi maintains a "dialogue until the last minute." He confirmed that the sector is pushing for the 8% increase, arguing that the Ministry of Economy and Finance cites financial constraints as the reason for the low offer.

“

Today Minister Lovera proposes 2.5%; that is all they can give us for next year. We believe that is not laughable, it is insufficient.

As an alternative, the unions plan to present an amendment through the Executive Branch to the National Congress to achieve the desired 8% increase. Marecos urged for a gradual approach and open discussion, stating, "Let's sit down and discuss; the ball is in the court of the Ministry of Economy. Let there be dialogue."

“

Even if it's gradual, not a definitive 2.5%, let's do it gradually. Let's sit down and discuss; the ball is in the court of the Ministry of Economy. Let there be dialogue.