31. 03. 2025.

At the premises of the General Hospital in Gornji Milanovac, an agreement was signed resolving a collective labour dispute between the hospital and the “Sloga” Health and Social Care Trade Union. The agreement was successfully reached through the conciliation of the Republic Agency for the Peaceful Settlement of Labour Disputes, whose professional involvement facilitated constructive dialogue and a fair solution for both parties.

The conciliation procedure was initiated by the trade union, with the consent of the hospital management, and Professor Dr Dejan Logarušić—listed in the Register of Conciliators and Arbitrators of the Republic Agency for the Peaceful Settlement of Labour Disputes—was appointed as the acting conciliator. A Conciliation Board was formed, consisting of representatives of both parties and the conciliator, with the goal of bringing positions closer and reaching a mutually acceptable solution.

The agreement established measures aimed at improving working conditions for employees, including enhanced communication between employer and employees, and a more precise application of the collective agreement, which will positively impact employee well-being. One specific provision of the agreement allows all children of hospital employees up to the age of 15 to receive a New Year’s gift. This decision represents a significant step towards improving the working environment and demonstrates the hospital management's care not only for the professional duties of employees but also for their families.

This procedure confirmed that constructive dialogue is the most effective way to resolve labour disputes, contributing to the preservation of social peace and the improvement of labour relations. The successful resolution of this dispute sets a positive example for other healthcare institutions in Serbia facing similar challenges, highlighting the importance of cooperation and peaceful conflict resolution for mutual progress.