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๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Are Changes Ahead for Students? An Important Project Returned to the Agenda of the Seimas

Luka Savickas from the Democratic Party faction in Lithuania's parliament proposes amendments to labor laws to allow students to work legally during internships and gain experience.

Feb 28 โ€ข 10:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

More vacation and the end of calculating seniority by old rules. Problems in the offices

New regulations regarding employment seniority come into effect in Poland, allowing previously uncounted employment periods to be included, impacting vacation entitlements for many workers.

Feb 28 โ€ข 05:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Does the ruling of the Constitutional Tribunal not published in the Journal of Laws have legal effects? A precedent question for the NSA

The article discusses a legal challenge in Poland regarding a woman's denial of caregiving benefits for her disabled son due to her employment status, raising questions about the interpretation of legislative rules.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

โ€˜More exploitation, fewer rightsโ€™: Argentina braces for sweeping overhaul of labor laws

Argentina's government prepares to pass a comprehensive reform of labor laws aimed at reducing union power and labor costs amid criticisms from opponents who argue it will worsen employment conditions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Government allows demanding more working hours from children

The Estonian government plans to change laws to require children to work more hours and receive less time off.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

World Bank: Complete Gender Equality in the Workplace Does Not Exist Anywhere in the World

A World Bank report reveals that even with gender equality laws in place, actual implementation is only about 50%, indicating significant ongoing barriers for women in the workforce.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

What to Pay Attention to When Hiring a Foreigner?

The article discusses considerations for hiring foreign workers in Poland, highlighting necessary precautions and legalities.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good News for California: The New Laws Signed by Gavin Newsom That Change Labor Rights

California is set to see a transformation in labor rights with new laws aimed at regulating workplace practices and enhancing worker protections.

Feb 24 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Now the term that the law does not recognize is becoming common in contracts - a serious warning from an expert to job seekers

Job seekers are increasingly being offered 'light entrepreneurship' instead of traditional employment contracts, sparking concerns from labor experts regarding the legality of such arrangements.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Argentina has a general strike against the labor reform of Javier Milei

On November 19, Argentina experienced its fourth general strike against President Javier Milei's controversial labor reform, which aims to change work hours and employment laws.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Concanaco Servytur requests gradual transition in reducing working hours to 40

The Confederation of National Chambers of Commerce, Services, and Tourism in Mexico advocates for a gradual implementation of the proposed reduction of the workweek to 40 hours to protect employment.

Feb 16 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Do young people want the CLT? Research shows that more than half are looking for their first job with a formal contract in RS

A recent study reveals that more than half of young job seekers in Rio Grande do Sul prefer formal employment under the Brazilian labor laws (CLT), despite a social narrative suggesting otherwise.

Feb 14 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Confirmed. Starting today, you will work two hours less thanks to the 40-hour workweek in Mexico

Mexico's Senate has approved a gradual reduction of the workweek from 48 to 40 hours, starting with a two-hour decrease in 2027.

Feb 12 โ€ข 14:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

New rules for counting work experience in the public sector

New legislation in Poland introduces updated rules for calculating work experience in the public sector, effective from January 1, 2026.

Feb 11 โ€ข 08:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

These questions are prohibited in job interviews โ€“ Have you heard them yourself?

The article discusses the types of questions that are legally prohibited in job interviews in Finland, highlighting issues of discrimination based on gender, marital status, or other personal characteristics.

Feb 9 โ€ข 16:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

"Sadales tฤซkls" has terminated two Russian and Belarusian citizens

The operator of the electricity distribution system, AS 'Sadales tฤซkls', has terminated the employment of two citizens from Russia and Belarus due to national security laws.

Feb 7 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Anhanguera Journal 1st Edition Regions of Thursday, February 5, 2026

The article discusses various news items including responses to government budget adjustments and changes in employment laws in Brazil.

Feb 5 โ€ข 21:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

What has happened with the 40-hour workweek in Mexico? These are the advances of the proposal: objectives, benefits, and how workers' hours will be established.

The 40-hour workweek in Mexico is on the verge of becoming a reality, with a formal proposal now under analysis by the Congress and a potential Senate approval date in sight.

Feb 4 โ€ข 21:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Labor reform and the revolution of work

The article discusses the need to reconsider Argentina's labor laws in light of rapid changes in work culture and the job market.

Feb 4 โ€ข 21:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

The State School for Officials Will No Longer Be a Requirement for Employment in the Judiciary

The announcement of amendments to three judicial laws means that the State School for Officials will no longer be a requirement for employment in the judiciary, providing good news for young lawyers aspiring to become judicial officials.

Feb 4 โ€ข 20:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

[Exclusive] Coupang rummaged through employees' health records to refute claims of overwork death

Following the death of employee Jang Deok-jun due to alleged overwork, Coupang accessed other employees' health records in an apparent attempt to refute the claims, which may violate privacy laws.

Feb 4 โ€ข 12:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
National & Local

The adventure for greater PIP powers. Tusk fiercely defends the state's helplessness

The article discusses the ongoing debate concerning the expansion of the powers of the National Labor Inspectorate in Poland, highlighting Prime Minister Donald Tusk's reaction to proposed reforms amid concerns over the advantages of fictitious self-employment.

Jan 8 โ€ข 06:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

What about employee benefits after changing the working hours?

The article discusses implications of changing work hours on employee benefits in Poland.

Jan 8 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Major new laws in 2026 from bin change to travel - how you'll be affected

New laws taking effect in 2026 will introduce changes to waste management, travel regulations, and enhance employment rights and tenant protections.

Jan 1 โ€ข 07:00 UTC

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