Feb 13 • 15:47 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina La Nacion (ES)

Teachers' Strike: Classes May Not Begin in February Due to Salary Demands from FEB to Kicillof

The Federation of Bonaerense Educators has resolved not to start classes in February after rejecting the government's salary proposal.

The Federation of Educators Bonaerenses (FEB) has declared that classes in Buenos Aires Province will not commence in February due to the rejection of the government's salary offer presented by Governor Axel Kicillof. This decision was made during an extraordinary congress held by the FEB, which concluded that the proposed salary increase was insufficient for the needs of its members.

This strike action marks a potential fracture in the Educational Union Front, as the FEB is the majority partner alongside the Unified Teachers Union of Buenos Aires Province (Suteba). While FEB has decided to reject the government's proposal, Suteba, led by Roberto Baradel, has already accepted the offer, suggesting differing priorities among teaching unions in the province.

The implications of this strike could significantly affect the academic calendar in Buenos Aires, creating uncertainty for students and parents. If the classes do not commence as planned, it could lead to further negotiations or demonstrations from educators advocating for better compensation, thus highlighting the ongoing tensions between the government and educational unions over funding and salary issues.

📡 Similar Coverage