Serbia - Administrative workers paid below minimum wage - February 28, 2026

A recent change in the wage coefficient for administrative workers in social services has left many earning below the national minimum wage, according to the ASNS union. These workers handle critical tasks, including managing sensitive documents, communication with citizens, courts, and other institutions, as well as operating key information systems. Union representatives say the Government should restore the previous coefficient and provide clearer job definitions, reflecting the responsibilities these employees shoulder.

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