On May 8th, workers at the State Tax Administration Agency (AEAT) in Madrid are calling for a protest in front of the organization’s general management to demand improvements in labor conditions and salaries. The collective conflict against the tax organization has been organized by various unions after presenting a dispute and meeting with AEAT management.
The purpose of this collective conflict is to initiate negotiations for a new collective agreement for the workforce. The previous agreement has been denounced for over 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.
Union representatives have criticized the management’s freeze on collective bargaining while increasing salaries for higher-ranking employees. They are demanding 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 to these demands, staff members are also seeking developments in teleworking policies and negotiation of telephone services in the mornings. These demands have not been adequately addressed by the organization. Furthermore, unions are advocating for a review of the Performance Evaluation model to address issues related to horizontal career development and payment of supplements.
The staff at AEAT believe that their hard work deserves recognition through improved working conditions and salary increases, which they hope will be achieved through negotiations with management.