SloveniaThe salary reform introduced by Prime Minister Robert Golob on January 1, 2025, has led to a significant increase in payroll costs in the public sector. In the first year of implementation, the total salary mass rose by €713.5 million, or 12.1%, compared to the previous year. While the direct cost of the reform was estimated at €374 million for 2025, other factors such as higher minimum wages, promotions, additional allowances, and increased employment numbers contributed to the overall rise. The reform’s financial impact is expected to continue through 2028, with projected cumulative costs reaching nearly €1.3 billion. The number of employees in the public sector also grew by 1.2% in 2025, with the largest increases seen in education, healthcare, and social services.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual data on the financial implications of the salary reform without overtly favoring any political perspective. It provides figures from the government ministry and explains both the direct and indirect impacts of the reform, including the distribution of pay raises over a 3
