Restriction on Weekly Working Hours Planned in Germany

Publication date: 2026-06-18
The German government is planning to restrict the proposed maximum weekly working hours put forth by the Union and the SPD. According to a draft from the Ministry of Labor led by Bärbel Bas, the new regulations will not only limit working hours but will also introduce a tightening in another area. This could have significant implications for working conditions in Germany and requires careful consideration of its consequences for both employees and employers.

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