Kerameus told reporters she would “inform Roxana Minzatu, the European Commissioner for Social Rights and Jobs, of the landmark national social agreement

Government, employers, and unions reach a landmark agreement ending austerity-era restrictions, boosting worker protection, fair pay, and stability in the Greek labor market

Once the measures are finalized, the government will also present the implementation roadmap, set to begin in 2026.

The initiative mostly targets long-term unemployed individuals, unemployed women, middle-aged jobseekers aged 45–64, and those at risk of poverty.

Perhaps, maybe in the end, the 13-hour workday is not a “right of the worker,” but the legalization of overwork — disguised as a cure for a system that simply doesn’t work?

The new law brings nine major changes, including optional 13-hour shifts up to three days a month, flexible annual leave, expanded maternity benefits, and a four-day workweek option, while digital tools aim to simplify hiring and strengthen worker protections

Asked about the most contentious provision in the draft legislation, Minister Niki Kerameus said the "...13-hour workday is not mandatory, and it can be done three days a month"

The Greek Ministry of Labour has challenged Eurostat figures showing the country leading the EU in long working hours, arguing that employees work fewer extra hours than reported

A sweeping labor reform set for parliament in September introduces extended daily shifts, flexible schedules, and new rules for collective bargaining, sparking debate between workers and employers

A mandatory halt of all manual outdoor labor between 12:00 and 5:00 pm has been enforced in areas forecasted to experience extreme temperatures and high thermal discomfort levels.

The law emphasizes that overtime work requires the employee's agreement and must be properly recorded. If not declared, employers face a 120% wage surcharge for the additional hours

Anna Efthymiou, described the bill as a move toward greater modernization, including reforms aimed at health and safety in the workplace and the strengthening of labor inspections

The shortage of skilled personnel has become a major stumbling block, say Greek companies, highlighting the need for incentives and higher wages.

A new labor bill that aims to significantly simplify procedures in the labor market is currently being prepared by the Ministry of Labor and Social Security, claims Minister Niki Kerameus.

Greek Labor Ministry measures aim to preserve jobs and provide financial support to workers and businesses on Santorini.

The minister highlighted that for the first time these adjustments will include minimum wages of employees in the public sector, while there is a legislative ban on reducing minimum wages.

The lack of collective labor agreements poses an additional challenge in shaping the new average salary.

Figures indicate that it exceeded 20% in July 2024, the second-highest youth unemployment rate in Europe after Spain.

Salaries in Greece increased in major industries in Sept. compared to 2019 with more annual pay raises expected by 2028.

For the first time, the adjustment system will include employees from the public sector, leading to a corresponding increase in their minimum wage