Workers from public collections, libraries, and cultural institutions in Hungary held a protest demanding immediate pay raises. Minister Zoltán Tarr attended the demonstration acknowledging the concerns of the workers. However, he cautioned that the mistakes and omissions of the past 16 years cannot be rectified within a few months. The protest highlights ongoing frustrations regarding compensation within the public sector. Participants expressed disillusionment with the current state of affairs and the slow pace of improvements. The situation underscores a broader challenge in addressing long-term systemic issues in Hungary’s cultural and educational institutions. Negotiations and further action are anticipated following the minister’s address.