Employers, Unions Protest Against CO2 Levy

Ljubljana, 23 December - Between 200 and 300 people took part in a rally in Ljubljana on Tuesday organised by employers and trade unions against the government's plans to increase environmental levies for energy-intensive companies. They called for the lowering of burdens on the economy, which they say will result in prosperity for everyone.

Ljubljana
Businesses and trade unions stage a protest against a hike in environmental taxes.
Photo: Anže Malovrh/STA

Ljubljana
Businesses and trade unions stage a protest against a hike in environmental taxes.
Photo: Anže Malovrh/STA

Ljubljana
Businesses and trade unions stage a protest against a hike in environmental taxes.
Photo: Anže Malovrh/STA

Ljubljana
Businesses and trade unions stage a protest against a hike in environmental taxes.
Photo: Anže Malovrh/STA

Ljubljana
Businesses and trade unions stage a protest against a hike in environmental taxes.
Photo: Anže Malovrh/STA

Ljubljana
Businesses and trade unions stage a protest against a hike in environmental taxes.
Photo: Anže Malovrh/STA

Ljubljana
Businesses and trade unions stage a protest against a hike in environmental taxes.
Photo: Anže Malovrh/STA

Ljubljana
Businesses and trade unions stage a protest against a hike in environmental taxes.
Photo: Anže Malovrh/STA

Ljubljana
Businesses and trade unions stage a protest against a hike in environmental taxes.
Photo: Anže Malovrh/STA

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