The Greek Independent Authority for Labor Inspection is planning to implement focused inspections to tackle the issue of undeclared employment in the country. These inspections will particularly target sectors identified for higher rates of non-compliance, including food service, artisan parks, industrial zones, hair salons, gas stations, auto repair shops, transport companies, retail trade, sanitation, construction, hospitality, security services, and subcontracting businesses.

The planned inspections are in response to increasing concerns about undeclared work, which deprives individuals of their rights and the state of significant revenue. The Authority aims to ensure compliance and protect workers by penalizing instances of undeclared employment. For example, fines for employers found to have undeclared workers can amount to €10,500 per undeclared employee, and up to €31,500 in cases of repeat offenses.

Additionally, the inspections will address situations where employees receive unemployment benefits while simultaneously working without declaring their employment status, thereby placing responsibilities on employers to ensure legal compliance. These actions underscore the Greek government's increasing vigilance and proactive stance aimed at protecting the labor market and enhancing economic integrity.