The CGT it one of seven federations and unions in the public sector that are joining demonstrations on the World Day for Decent Work to put across their case. The unions continue to campaign for pay increases that compensate for the loss of purchasing power of public sector workers over several years. They also want a revision of the public sector pay structure as well as action to defend jobs. The other confederations and unions joining the demonstrations on 7 October are CFDT, CFE-CGC, FSU, UNSA and Solidaires.
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