The trade union Efling is optimistic that Business Iceland (SA) will accept the terms of a short-term collective agreement proposed by the union. The contract stipulates a flat-rate monthly wage increase of 56,700 ISK (€ 381), as well as a special 15,000 ISK (€ 101) monthly subsistence allowance. This would only be in effect until the end of January 2024. The negotiations are proving to be challenging and the final terms of the negotiations will likely be agreed on over the coming weeks.
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