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Latvia's low wage economy explored

Take note – story published 8 years ago

LETA, Edijs Pālens

September 30, 2016, 11:38

Economy

Authors: Eng.LSM.lv (Latvian Public Broadcasting)

Investigative journalism organization Re:Baltica has produced a new series of reports exploring the low level of wages generally paid in Latvia.

The research asks why wages in Latvia compare poorly even with neighboring Estonia and Lithuania and asks whether raising the minimum wage (currently €370 per month before taxes) would help or hinder economic growth in the country.

Rather than reproduce the lengthy material, you can read it all at the Re:Baltica website HERE.

We are launching our @rebaltica story on Small wages in Latvia tomorrow. Short intro pic.twitter.com/xsSSiV4mzK
— Inga Springe (@IngaSpringe) September 28, 2016

.@rebaltica research on Small wages in Latvia. "55 million for the owners, 340 euro for the cashier" https://t.co/9510UzM9KR Please RT pic.twitter.com/Hm7ImCdDrr
— Inga Springe (@IngaSpringe) September 29, 2016

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