The proposed increase was criticised by both trade unions and business groups.
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Poland’s minimum wage higher than US federal rate for first time
On 1 January, the minimum wage in Poland rose to 30.50 zloty per hour before tax, which at current exchange rates is $7.37, 12 cents above the federal minimum wage in the US.
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