site.btaEmployees of Labour Inspectorate, Employment Agency and Environmental Inspectorate in Pleven Demand Higher Pay

Employees of the Labour Inspectorate Directorate, the Employment Agency and the Regional Environment and Water Inspectorate in Pleven protested against the draft 2026 state budget on Wednesday, demanding decent pay.

They insisted on a raise of about 20% in the human resources fund for 2026, including an increase in the funds for the material base and business trips. They also pointed out that with the amendment to the Civil Servant Act in 2011, the right to receive higher pay for academic degrees and titles was abolished.

The protesting employees stated that they are ready for effective strike action if they are not heard by the government.