Overview
- The IMSS Technical Council approved the revised offer on Wednesday, October 21, raising the global proposal from 6.8% to 8% after renewed talks between the institute and union leaders.
- The 8% package is split into a 4% increase to the salary tabular and a 4% housing/rent assistance payment identified as Concept 011.
- SNTSS leadership signaled acceptance of the negotiated terms but dissident factions and large contingents of workers rejected the deal and proceeded with a national march in Mexico City.
- Alongside the pay proposal IMSS unveiled a Plan Integral that includes basification of 10,939 pandemic hires, an extension of prescription validity to 30 days, modernization of pharmacies and warehouses, and about 31,700 additional surgeries in night and weekend shifts.
- Authorities say the cost will be covered by internal efficiencies, procurement and digitalization reforms and higher revenues, but final ratification by the full workforce and the plan’s real impact on care and hospital operations remain uncertain and will determine whether protests end.