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Poland plans to transition its energy production from brown coal to gas by developing new gas blocks, which will significantly increase electricity costs for consumers.

A teachers' union in Poland is calling for a 15% increase in minimum salary rates for educators and the removal of discriminatory clauses regarding additional pay for difficult working conditions.

A new EU directive set to be implemented in 2026 aims to increase salary transparency across workplaces to address gender pay gaps.

Aldi will implement a new wage increase for store assistants, raising the hourly pay to £13.50 nationally and £14.88 for those within the M25 starting April 1, 2026.

Latvia's National Police reported an increase in personnel in 2022 but still faces shortages; issues with workload, working conditions, and pay have led to resignations, while efforts are ongoing to retain and attract officers back to the service.

Samsung's top mobile phones have seen significant price increases, costing consumers thousands more compared to last year.

Ana Botín of Banco Santander has received a 2.5% salary increase for 2025, totaling 14.78 million euros, linked to the achievement of performance goals.

The article discusses the recent legislative changes in Argentina regarding domestic workers, including a pay increase and impending labor reform.

Marketta, a 75-year-old Finnish woman, is shocked by the 400% price increase of her essential heart medication, now forcing her to pay significantly more.

Alberta nurses represented by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees have ratified a new collective agreement with Covenant Health, which includes significant pay increases and improved working conditions.

Pascal Soriot, CEO of AstraZeneca, received a £17.7 million total remuneration, marking a 6.4% increase from the previous year, amid controversies regarding investment cuts in the UK.

Czech municipalities are set to increase property taxes affecting both companies and private property owners, including cottage owners.

The Student Council of the University of Iceland has filed a motion of no confidence against the rector due to a proposed increase in the registration fee.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has urged employers to increase wages for families, drawing parallels to a similar appeal made by Joe Biden in the US regarding post-pandemic labor shortages.

A planned nurses' strike at the Lyell McEwin Hospital has been cancelled following the announcement of a 6% salary increase ahead of the upcoming South Australian state election.

A new garbage tax in Spain has led to a historic 17.4% increase in waste collection costs, marking the largest annual rise on record as households are now required to pay the actual cost of waste management.

Aeon Retail and Skylark Group have agreed to significant wage increases for part-time workers, with Aeon raising pay by 8.38% and Skylark by 6.39%.

Harju Elekter announced a substantial increase in dividends due to a growth in gross profit and EBITDA, despite a slight decline in sales revenue compared to the previous year.

Spanish bank deposits are failing to keep pace with inflation, with very few long-term offers exceeding a rate of 1.6%.

The Latvian government has approved a bill to increase housing support coefficients to aid residents in paying heating bills from January to April 2026, amid opposition from local authorities and employer associations.

Teachers in Poland are frustrated with the proposed pay increase and are calling for a second raise amidst government budget constraints.

Labor unions of Japan's three mega banks have set their highest demand for base wage increases in response to rising prices and strong performance, with Sumitomo Mitsui seeking over a 10% increase.

Negotiations concerning the increase of minimum wage for cultural workers in Estonia are set to continue in April, aiming to raise the pay from €1720 to €2021.

The increase in daily allowances for Finnish conscripts has faced criticism as they receive less than some inmates.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expresses strong criticism towards employers for opposing a 3.1% increase in the minimum wage, calling for higher salaries.

The article discusses lesser-known exemptions to the BBC TV Licence fee, which is set to increase to £180 in April.

Residents of Buenos Aires are facing massive increases in vehicle taxes, prompting government officials to recommend withholding payment until corrections are made.

Public service workers in Germany, including teachers, police officers, and caregivers, will receive a pay raise after an agreement between unions and federal states.

The UK government has announced a 3.3 percent pay rise for over 1.4 million NHS workers, effective this April, amidst criticism from unions over the inadequacy of the increase.

Customers of Diil, owned by Telia, are being automatically transitioned to new, more expensive 5G plans due to the discontinuation of their old mobile packages.

Poland’s Health Minister acknowledged that implementing the salary law for the medical sector could be postponed due to financial strains, causing tension among healthcare professionals.

A new landmark agreement has been reached for approximately 200,000 state employees in Denmark, featuring a pay increase and improved family leave options.

The rise in short-term rental popularity has led to an increase in scams, as illustrated by a case from Finland.

The Nigerian Federal Government has started implementing a 40% pay increase for the Academic Staff Union of Universities as part of a renegotiated welfare agreement.

A recent court ruling in Campo Grande has confirmed a 10% discount on the IPTU tax for early payments, while capping the tax increase at 5.32%, causing payment suspensions and confusion among taxpayers.

Residents of Kladno are set to face an increase in heating costs, while employees of the local heating plant will keep their jobs for the time being.

Insurance contributions in Greece will increase by 2.5% in 2026, affecting around 1.4 million freelancers, self-employed individuals, and farmers.

The President of the Chamber, Hugo Motta, announced plans to raise the cabinet budget for deputies two days after Congress approved salary increases for staff in the House of Representatives and the Senate.

A recent announcement reveals that certain airports in Mexico will raise the Airport Usage Fee (TUA), impacting the cost of flights within the country and abroad.

During this year's 'Shuntō' wage negotiations, Chubu Electric's labor union is demanding a base pay increase but has chosen not to specify a concrete amount, which differs from their usual practice.

The tax office has begun sending property tax notices to landowners, marking the first time homeowners will also need to pay, along with an increase in all other land taxes.

The Estonian Tax and Customs Board has begun sending notifications to landowners about their land tax liabilities, with the first payment due by March 31 and an increase in the number of people required to pay compared to previous years.

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that the salaries of contractual teachers in Uttar Pradesh will increase significantly, with back pay dating back to 2017, resulting in an approximate total of 10 lakh for the employees.

The article discusses the increase in the UK TV Licence fee to £174.50 and the implications for certain households that may have to pay this fee.

Australia's unions are advocating for a wage increase of more than 4 percent to combat declining real wages, with the peak union body calling for action as strike threats loom.

Aries horoscope for February 5, 2026, suggests that hard work will pay off, spending on comforts will increase, efforts for financial gain should be intensified, communication should be courteous, health needs attention, and there will be opportunities for business advancement.

A federal police officer handcuffed himself to the Casa Rosada in protest for better pay and to accuse the police force of corruption, an incident which lasted just over an hour.

From September 2026, drivers will see petrol prices increase by £3 for a full tank as the government ends the current fuel duty freeze.

A new study indicates that many UK employers plan to increase salaries in 2026 compared to 2025, with a significant proportion expecting pay growth to remain stable.

A pan-Hellenic work stoppage is scheduled from 12:00 to 15:00 by ADEDY, advocating for the restoration of the 13th and 14th salaries and a meaningful increase in public sector workers' income.