The Federal Council has declared the collective agreement for bakery and confectionery negotiated by the social partners in spring 2024 generally binding. The new agreement will enter into force on 1 July 2025. According to the Swiss Bakery and Confectionery Trade Association, the new collective agreement is a major step in the right direction to make the industry more attractive again. The trade association is part of the Hotel & Gastro Union employee organization, which advocates for improved working conditions for apprentices, unskilled workers, and trained professionals.
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