Estonia - Employers reject minimum wage proposal - January 31, 2026

The Estonian Employers’ Confederation rejected the national conciliator's proposed minimum wage for this year – € 956 per month – saying it is too high. Negotiations will continue. The Estonian Trade Union Confederation (EAKL) said it would agree to the proposal, an increase of € 70 per month, "with a heavy heart." Their wish was for the minimum wage to rise to € 991. The Employers’ Confederation put forward a counteroffer of € 939. The next meeting is scheduled for the end of February.

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