After IG Metall had reached the highest wage agreement in 30 years for the 68,000 employees in the northwest German steel industry, this agreement was also adopted for the east German steel industry. From 1 August, wages will increase by 6.5%. For the months of June and July there is a one-off payment of €500. Apprentices receive €200.
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