SPAIN is one step closer to implementing a four-day week as it approves plans to help combat the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The government’s Ministry of Finance has approved initial plans to introduce a 32 hour working week with no losses of pay compared to the standard hours.
The plans were introduced by the minority left-wing party, Mas Pais, and was given approval in congress in return for the party’s support for Sanchez and the Socialist government.
Mas Pais’ support is required in order for the government to apply for access to the COVID-19 recovery fund.
The estimated cost for the new scheme is expected to exceed 50 million, however the side effects of the plan is hoped will rejuvenate the country’s economy.