Aside from discussing the recent tripartite agreement, which OGBL did not co-sign with the country’s other major unions, both fractions also worked out further measures to help counteract inflation and strengthen “the buying power of employees, pensioners, and their families.”
Read also: OGBL once again justifies rejection of tripartite agreementBoth OGBL and ULC lament that the proposed freezing of some administrative costs, tariffs in senior and care homes in particular, was not even discussed. The statement argues that this would have helped slow down inflation and ease pressure on families. “We need a general overhaul of tariffs in the care sector”, the statement further notes.
The press release also draws attention to the steady increase in banking fees, which directly impact people’s buying power. In the span of just one year, fees have allegedly risen by 15% on average, which is why immediate action is needed. OGBL and ULC thus propose to consider introducing a tax exemption limit for daily financial operations.
Both parties further criticise that several bank and post branches have recently been shut down across the Grand Duchy. They believe that this is problematic for senior citizens and represents an overall loss in life quality in the affected towns.
Read also: Post managing director defends closure of local branchesWhen it comes to taxes, both organisations lament that no reform will be carried out before the 2023 elections, despite “need for action on many levels”. The statement thus urges the government to make small adaptions right away.
The press release concluded by announcing that both groups will continue cooperating to tackle all of the aforementioned problems.
