Wage raises are part of the new Government’s plan, as long as economic conditions permit, and the ruling coalition will decide whether the raises would be made directly or by adjustments to taxation, like cutting social security contributions.
The Cabinet will also look into taxing high wealth to earn some extra money, despite previous initiatives to this end failing to pass in Parliament.
The new administration’s social policy will aim to “reconcile work and family life” and create a “friendly work environment” for families. The Government promises to develop a National Job Creation Plan, to encourage job creation and employment, through certain social benefits and business incentives.
The governing plan states institutional and legal reforms in healthcare will continue, but does not mention the adoption of a new healthcare bill this year.