Spain cuts working week to 37.5 hours

Spain cuts working week to 37.5 hours without wage cuts

New government initiative

Spanish authorities have decided to reduce the length of the working week from 40 to 37.5 hours. Wage levels will remain unchanged, Reuters reports.

Improving quality of life

The government emphasises that this measure is aimed at increasing labour efficiency, improving work-life balance, and boosting overall economic productivity.

Trend towards shorter working hours

Spain has joined the ranks of countries re-evaluating traditional labour norms, striving for more flexible employment conditions and enhancing citizens' well-being.