Spain plans to cut the legal workweek to 37.5 hours to boost productivity and work-life balance.

Spain's government plans to reduce the legal workweek to 37.5 hours from 40, without cutting salaries, aiming to improve work-life balance and productivity. The move, approved by cabinet, faces opposition from business groups but has support from trade unions. It will need parliamentary approval and could affect around 12 million workers, primarily in retail, hospitality, and agriculture. The plan is part of efforts to modernize Spain and boost productivity in its growing economy.

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