AEAT Workers Call for Fair Labor Practices in May 8th Protest
The State Tax Administration Agency (AEAT) in Madrid is calling on its staff to protest on May 8th in front of the organization’s general management. The purpose of the protest is to urge the leadership to negotiate improvements in labor conditions and salaries for the employees.
The collective conflict against the tax organization aims to initiate negotiations for a new collective agreement for the workforce. The previous agreement has been denounced for a year and a half, and the agreement for the professional career has been pending development since 2007. The AEAT has proposed to convene the Negotiating Commission to discuss general lines for a potential new agreement.
However, union representatives are critical of the management’s freeze on collective bargaining while increasing salaries for higher-ranking employees. They demand a review of productivity to ensure fair treatment for all staff members. The AEAT claims to be willing to meet periodically to clarify legal and technical aspects for updating the Administrative and Professional Career model.
In addition, staff members are seeking developments in teleworking policies and negotiation of telephone services in the mornings. These demands have not been adequately addressed by the organization. Moreover, unions are advocating for a review of the Performance Evaluation model to address issues related to horizontal career development and payment of supplements.
Overall, it seems that there is an ongoing struggle between workers and management at AEAT regarding fair labor practices and working conditions.
