Ministry Will Not Pay Salaries of Chisinau Personal Assistants, Offers Aid
The Ministry of Labor and Social Protection has announced it will not pay salaries to personal assistants in Chisinau, but will offer some financial support.
This follows Mayor Ion Ceban's statement that the city is not responsible for reduced salaries or layoffs affecting these workers.
"The authorities should ensure equal funding for absolutely everyone in this country. There are no such mechanisms in Romania or elsewhere. Why does the state provide funding in Briceni, but not in Chisinau and Gagauzia?" Ion Ceban asked.
Representatives of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection counter that the city's budget includes funds for personal assistant salaries. The Ministry will not pay them, as these employees fall under the city hall's authority following recent reforms.
The Ministry will, however, provide some financial aid, but the Chisinau City Hall remains the responsible institution.
In late 2023, Chisinau's Mayor, Ion Ceban, announced salary reductions and potential layoffs for personal assistants due to the city's budget constraints.
Since January 1, the state has funded the Social Assistance Service, except within the municipality of Chisinau and UTA Gagauzia. These regions must finance this service independently.
According to the Ministry of Labor, there are approximately 2,000 personal assistants in Chisinau who care for children with severe disabilities and adults.
Translation by Iurie Tataru
