Summary
Slovenia is giving all its workers a $744 tax-free bonus in December. The plan, approved by the Slovenian parliament, provides this bonus in addition to a regular summer payment. While workers celebrate, some European institutions have raised concerns about its cost.
Key Facts
- Slovenia is providing a $744 bonus to all workers in December.
- The payment equals about half of Slovenia's monthly minimum wage.
- The Slovenian parliament approved the plan in November.
- There is a similar summer bonus known as the "13th month's pay."
- Slovenia's Christmas bonus payment will be called the "14th month's pay."
- Some European groups are concerned about the cost, while trade unions support it.
- The measure is expected to cost Slovenia at least €600 million.
- Workers in Portugal, Spain, Greece, and Italy also receive similar bonuses.
