The state and the main associations did not agree on a financial framework. The state proposed a wage increase in line with the basic subject framework, which is 3,7% this year.

Break in negotiations between the state and major unions

– We are disappointed that LO, Akademikerne, Unio and YS broke off wage negotiations. It is important for the state to stick to the frontline framework. The first line topic model delivers jobs and competitiveness of Norway, says human resources director Gisle Norheim.

The parties will now meet before the Ombudsman on May 2, and the deadline for reaching an agreement is May 23 at midnight

- I am glad that we managed to cooperate well with the parties in matters related to the simplification of the remuneration system. We have come a long way in this area, emphasizes Norheim.

Settlement 2022 is the main settlement in which all elements of the main collective agreements are negotiated. The Ministry of Local and Poviat Self-Government represents the state in negotiations with the main associations.

Source: regjeringen

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