Trade unions in the BNS confederation organised a rally to protest against excessive fees and taxes imposed by the government. They argue that these financial burdens are disproportionate and impact both the private and public sectors. Since 2018, the government has shifted social security contributions entirely onto employees, doubling their health and pension contributions while reducing employers' contributions to zero. Despite unions’ numerous court victories, the government has failed to implement a fair wage framework, preferring instead to introduce new taxes.
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