EU ‘in favor’ of a four-day workweek
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European Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights, Nicolas Schmit, stated that he supports the implementation of a four-day workweek, especially in sectors facing labor shortages.
"I think it is something that is gradually moving forward, because the new generations have a specific vision of work-life balance. I am open to it," he said in an interview with Lusa agency.
While Portugal is also making progress with a pilot project in this regard, Schmit emphasized that the EU does not have a common position on the matter.
"I think it will be something that will happen based on agreements between social partners," he noted.
Citing Germany as an example, where the largest trade union is advocating for progress in implementing a four-day workweek and some companies have already adopted this solution, he added that "reducing working hours can be a way to attract employees."
