The western German textile and clothing industry will receive more money. Salaries are said to increase in two levels by 4.9 percent or at least 140 euros, as employers: Interior and IG Metall after the fourth round of negotiations in Eitorf. In addition, the conditions for partial retirement for the employees have been improved. With the July content, there should be a one-off payment of 275 euros.
“More money is the necessary answer to the increased prices,” said IG Metall negotiator Miriam Bürger. The minimum contributions made employees better with below -average income. “If you have less than 3,000 euros a month, you will get more disproportionately with the social component in the future.”
Markus Simon from the employer: Inside, the conclusion described the conclusion as just responsible. The overall package brings employees a wage plus and the company predictability due to a long term until May 2027.
According to IG Metall, the conclusion initially applies to 51,000 tariff employees. Around 100,000 people work in the industry.