The two main trade union confederations have once again been united in their opposition to government austerity plans and are planning a general strike. The date has not yet been confirmed but is likely to be linked to a parliamentary vote on the state budget for 2012. If the budget goes through then public sector workers earning over €1000 a month could see massive cuts in bonuses, some worth the equivalent of two months’ pay.
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