Energy deal includes commitment to improve skills

Norway

Unions have agreed a new deal with the KS employers’ organisation representing energy companies. There is a basic increase of NOK 4,500 (€569) and the agreement also establishes a minimum wage for the sector, ensuring that no one is paid below NOK 310,000 a year (€39,200). There also increases for daily allowances and a commitment that all workers should get the opportunity to upgrade their skills at least once every two years.
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