Read previewAs countries and companies worldwide trial a shorter workweek, one economy is moving to a six-day workweek.
The employer has the authority to require staff to work a sixth day in the week and staff cannot refuse to work, he said.
In 2023, 179 workers were killed in accidents at work in Greece, up from 104 the year before, DW reported.
Per the OECD, they work an average of 36 hours a week, while workers in France, Netherlands, and Germany work less than 30 hours.
AdvertisementGreece's reform is a stark contrast to initiatives other countries are taking to reduce the number of working days.
Persons:
—, Aris, Kazakos
Organizations:
Service, Business, Workers, Aris Kazakos, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, DW, OECD
Locations:
Greece, France, Netherlands, Germany