The national collective employment agreement (CCNL) for central functions currently in force covers the three-year period 2019-2021. However, the renewal for 2024 is underway, which will bring significant news for 193,851 civil servants. The previous contract, valid for more than 225,000 employees, introduced important innovations in terms of smart working, welfare and wage increases. Below, we review the text of the current CCNL central functions and the changes planned for 2024
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Text of the CCNL Central Functions
Here is the full text in PDF of the CCNL central functions 2019-2021 and the allowance recognition table. The available text is the final one, confirmed by the government and published on the ARAN website.
What is the CCNL Central Functions
The CCNL central functions is a collective agreement concluded between the social partners (ARAN on behalf of the state and trade union initials) to regulate working conditions, pay and other aspects of the employment relationship in central functions. These include central organizations or institutions such as ministries and government agencies. This contract is essential for establishing rights and obligations of public managers and professionals employed in central roles, defining aspects such as compensation, working conditions
and benefits.
Proposals and News 2024 of the CCNL Central Functions
The renewal of the contract for civil servants 2024 central functions, in progress, includes many changes anticipated by the act of address of the Ministry for Public Administration. Here are some of the major changes:
- Ancillary economic treatment
- Regulation of agile work
Central Functions Agreement Currently in Force
The text currently in force covers the three-year period 2019-2021 and has been signed by CGIL, CISL and UIL. Published on May 9, 2022 after the approval of the Council of Ministers, it includes references to the 2022 budget law, which provided the necessary resources for the new professional system and the financing of funds for supplementary bargaining
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What does the Contract for Public Employees and Central Functions provide
The 2019-2021 contract introduced a personnel classification system, increased salaries, rules on smart working and protections for women and in the event of illness. These elements implement the PNRR milestone relating to the reform of public work
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Organization of Staff in the CCNL Public Employees Central Functions
The contract provided for a reorganization of staff, including:
- Welfare: introduced in 2022
- Smart working: regulated to meet the organizational needs of administrations and workers
Economic Treatment
Since 2022, the CCNL has introduced economic increases and benefits, allowing workers to acquire additional wage shares called ‘wage differentials’.
Staff Training
The 2019-2021 contract provided for greater attention to staff training, establishing the importance of continuous updates.
Entry into force of the CCNL Central Functions
The CCNL central functions came into force on 10 May 2022 and will remain in force until a new contract is signed. The new CCNL 2022 is being drafted and we will keep you updated
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CCNL Central Function Managers 2019-2021
The contract for the management area of central functions, signed on November 24, 2023, involves 6,146 public managers and professionals, including health managers and medical professionals. The main changes include:
- More details will be available with the official publication.
When does the CCNL Central Functions Executives come into force
The agreement became effective as of 23 November 2023.
Integration of the CCNL MAECI Employees
On 27 June 2024, a national collective employment agreement was signed to supplement the CCNL of the staff of the central functions sector of 9 May 2022, concerning the personnel hired by the MAECI in diplomatic and consular offices.
Text of the CCNL Central Functions
For technical and specific information, we recommend that you read the full text of the contract and the CCNL hypothesis of central functions 2019-2021.
PA CCNL Update Process
The Minister for Public Service Paolo Zangrillo emphasized the importance of renewing contracts to guarantee effective services to citizens. The 2024 budget law has allocated 8 billion euros for the renewal of CCNL, including those for central functions
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