Solidarity threatens action over Orlen wage deal while Belka talks of caution

Ryszard Karaszewski, the leader of the union, said that Orlen's management has already made a decision concerning the division of the wage increases but this was only based on discussions held with four out of the 22 trade unions active among the concern's employees. "We expect the management to begin talks with us on April 9 at the latest. Otherwise we will commence a protest," Karaszewski announced. In related news, Marek Belka, the president's candidate for the post of prime minister, yesterday warned the Treasury Ministry against any sudden changes at Orlen. He also advised caution regarding any final decisions concerning the firm's merger with Hungary's MOL. The Treasury Ministry is set to issue a statement on the merger next week. (Parkiet, p. 3) A.K.