On November 11, 2025, social parties signed a proposal for a contract related to the Local Functions Area for the three-year period 2022-2024. This contract, which affects approximately 13,000 managers, includes the following:
– Average monthly increases amounting to €444.00 for thirteen months;
– Strengthening of participatory forms of union relations in relation to Information, Comparison, and the Joint Body for Innovation;
– Reinforcement of safeguards for staff, particularly concerning life-saving therapies for severe diseases, parental leave, legal sponsorship in case of aggression, and age-management policies;
– Enhancement of the role of training within administrations;
– The possibility of allocating resources to supplementary welfare.
This agreement represents a notable improvement for the involved workers. The incremental plan potentially provides an added income of €444.00 per month for thirteen months, significantly improving the finances of those affected.
Moreover, the agreement addresses the importance of maintaining a healthy and supportive work environment. There is a renewed focus on union relationships and the establishment of a Joint Body for Innovation, aiming at ensuring the active participation of workers in decision-making processes affecting their workspace.
Notably, it guarantees additional protection for employees, focusing on key factors such as the provision of life-saving therapies for serious illnesses. This shows the commitment of the parties involved in maintaining the physical and emotional health of the workers in the Local Functions Area.
Also, the new contract emphasizes the importance of parental leave. Understanding the needs of working parents, this provision ensures that employees won’t have to choose between their profession and the needs of their families. It further includes provisions for legal protection in instances of workplace aggression, demonstrating the commitment to the safety of the employees.
Besides, the agreement recommends the improvement of the role of training within administrations. This ensures the continual growth and development of workers, thus increasing efficiency and productivity in the workplace.
Finally, the contract allows for the allocation of resources to supplementary welfare, thus showcasing the commitment to enhancing the overall wellbeing of workers.
In conclusion, this agreement for the triennium 2022-2024 aims at improving the work environment by promoting worker-participation, providing added income, setting up medical protections, supporting the needs of working parents, ensuring workplace safety, advocating for continual training, and enhancing employee welfare. This agreement is a significant progress in the rights and benefits of the local function area’s managers over the next three years.
