NEWS

Greece Implements Six-Day Work Week – Find Out Which Industries Are Affected!

Greece’s latest move to introduce a six-day working week for certain industries aims to stimulate economic growth by allowing employees to work up to 48 hours a week, instead of the standard 40. This new legislation hopes to combat undeclared work that leads to tax evasion, a major issue in Greece’s economy.

Policy Applies to 24-Hour Businesses with Optional Overtime

Six-day workweeks will only apply to businesses that operate on a 24-hour basis, and workers will have the option to take on extra hours with a 40% pay increase. This measure is designed to address urgent operational demands that cannot be met through the available supply of specialized workers.

Greece Implements Six-Day Work Week - Find Out Which Industries Are Affected!
Greece Implements Six-Day Work Week – Find Out Which Industries Are Affected!

To understand how this policy works, consider that it only applies to two specific types of businesses: those that operate continuously, 24 hours, seven days a week, using rotating shifts, and those that operate 24 hours a day, five or six days a week, also with rotating shifts. In both cases, the extra working day option is an exceptional measure, permissible only in response to increased workload. This means that you, as an employee, will have the flexibility to choose whether or not to take on extra hours, and you’ll be fairly compensated for your work.

ADVERTISEMENT

Four-Day Working Week Gains Popularity Elsewhere

Gaining traction globally, the four-day working week is being adopted by companies seeking to boost productivity and staff wellbeing. You may have heard about the successful trials in Iceland, where a shorter workweek was deemed an “overwhelming success” with no loss in productivity. This trend is spreading, with many firms embracing flexible working models, especially since the Covid pandemic.

Greece’s Move Seen as Out of Step with European and US Workplace Culture

As Greece introduces a six-day working week for certain industries, it seems to be moving in the opposite direction to other nations. While many countries are shifting towards shorter workweeks, Greece is increasing working hours, sparking concerns over labor rights and worker wellbeing.

Greece Implements Six-Day Work Week - Find Out Which Industries Are Affected!
Greece Implements Six-Day Work Week – Find Out Which Industries Are Affected!

Contrasting with the global trend, Greece’s move may be seen as a step backward. The six-day working week raises concerns about worker burnout, decreased productivity, and potential negative impacts on mental and physical health. Moreover, it may not address the root causes of undeclared work and tax evasion, which the policy aims to combat. As you consider the implications of this policy, it’s vital to weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks to workers’ rights and well-being.

ADVERTISEMENT

Related Posts

1 of 38