In Greece, the Council of State is deliberating on the contentious issue of reinstating the 13th and 14th salaries, referred to as 'Dora', for public sector employees. This consideration arises from a petition filed by the public sector union, ADEDY, and a public employee requesting the restoration of holiday and vacation allowances that were removed. Current discussions within the Council suggest a constitutional backing for the non-reinstatement of these salaries, indicating a lean towards upholding the government's stance.

During the plenary discussion at the Council, opinions emerged suggesting that the public employees are governed by a 'special salary regime', which differentiates their position from that of private sector workers. This argument serves to counter claims of discrimination or violations of European directives regarding pay equity. Despite the lack of a final ruling, preliminary information indicates that the justices are inclined to accept this rationale, potentially impacting the financial status of public sector employees significantly.

The outcome of the Council's decision will not only affect the public employees directly but will also reflect on broader discussions about public sector wages and the government's financial policies. The implications of a negation of the reinstatement could reverberate through labor relations in Greece, exacerbating tensions between the government and public workers, and raising questions about equity in salary structures across sectors.