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Greece sets minimum wage hike for April 1 as Kerameus submits proposal

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The Greek government is preparing an increase in the national living and general wages, effective from Monday morning (April first). On Wednesday evening of this week's date—March twenty-fourth—the Council will present its proposals before ministers for final approval regarding these wage adjustments that apply across both private sector workers as well public servants.

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    The Greek government has set a new minimum wage increase effective from April 1st, with the Council of Ministers expected to finalize its proposal by March 24th.
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    A specific scenario predicts an average annual salary cap for low-wage earners reaching approximately €960 (€85 per month) in late spring or early summer due to inflation adjustments and tax cuts starting April 1st, though the exact figure remains subject to final approval. The article mentions a potential ceiling of around **€24**.
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    The increase applies across both public and private sectors for workers earning below €960 annually (€85/month), with an estimated impact on over one million employees in Greece.
Mar 17, 23:45 The article mentions a potential ceiling of around €960 (€85/month) for low-wage earners due to inflation adjustments and tax cuts starting April 1st.
Mar 27, 23:45 (Note based on context): The article mentions a potential ceiling of around €960 (€85/month) for low-wage earners due to inflation adjustments and tax cuts starting April 1st.
Mar 27, 23:45 (Note based on context): The article mentions a potential ceiling of around €960 (€85/month) for low-wage earners due to inflation adjustments and tax cuts starting April 1st.
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