The LO trade union confederation has negotiated a new agreement with government that includes a number of provisions covering the training of public service workers. Workers will be entitled to free admission to and guaranteed places at social and health care colleges. There will also be more possibilities for elementary training and the possibility for 15,000 more employees to receive paid training as skilled workers. In addition, around DKK 450m (€60m) will be set aside for continuing training in the coming collective bargaining period.
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Union confederation concludes public service training deal with government
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