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Fesap advocates for minimum wage increase to 1,050 euros in 2027

The Federation of Public Administration Unions (Fesap) proposes raising the minimum wage in the public sector to 1,050 euros and increasing the meal allowance to 10 euros.

16 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Federation of Public Administration Unions (Fesap) has presented its demands for the State Budget of 2027 (OE2027), highlighting the need for a national minimum wage increase to 1,050 euros. Fesap's Secretary-General, José Abraão, emphasized that even if the minimum wage rises to 1,030 euros, it would still be considered insufficient given the current needs of workers.

In addition to the minimum wage increase, Fesap also advocates for the meal allowance in the public sector to be raised to 10 euros. This proposal aims to improve working conditions and the quality of life for public servants, according to the Secretary-General of Fesap.

The proposal to increase the minimum wage to 1,050 euros is higher than what was agreed upon in a multi-annual understanding signed earlier this year. This difference has sparked discussions about the need for a more comprehensive review of salary conditions in the public sector.

In previous statements, Fesap's Secretary-General emphasized that a minimum wage of 1,030 euros would be considered low and inadequate, pointing to the increasing pressure on workers to cope with the current cost of living.

Fesap continues to mobilize support around its demands, advocating for a base salary revision in the public sector that exceeds the initially defined expectations. The proposal of 1,050 euros for 2027 is viewed as an attempt to align salaries with economic reality.

The proposals put forth by Fesap will be analyzed in the context of the budgetary debate, where various voices from the public sector will continue to demand better salary conditions and a review of allowances, reiterating the need for more robust support for workers.

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