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[EU] MEPs seek new law to protect workers’ mental and physical health [EU] MEPs seek new law to protect workers’ mental and physical health

The proposal will be preceded by an impact assessment, including a look at existing legislation.  
03 Sep 2026

[UK] Paid police paternity leave set to double, now military families seek a change [UK] Paid police paternity leave set to double, now military families seek a change

Prior to the change, just a quarter of forces offered two weeks’ full pay, with others offering one week on...
29 Aug 2026

[Spain] Airbus workers continue strike action while awaiting pay agreement [Spain] Airbus workers continue strike action while awaiting pay agreement

According to a UGT statement, a prior meeting on August 25 was suspended at the multinational's request so it could...
28 Aug 2026

[UK] Hospitality workers save hundreds of thousands directly from tips with new tool [UK] Hospitality workers save hundreds of thousands directly from tips with new tool

TiPJAR Save, a dedicated savings tool powered by Sync Savings, has seen rapid adoption since its public launch this June. 
28 Aug 2026

[Spain] Average Social Security pension exceeds most frequent salary [Spain] Average Social Security pension exceeds most frequent salary

Spain’s average retirement pension rose by 4.5 per cent, nearly reaching €1,575 per month.
27 Aug 2026

[Germany] Partial incapacity for work takes effect in 2028 [Germany] Partial incapacity for work takes effect in 2028

Employees expected to be unfit for work for more than four weeks may work at 25 per cent, 50 per...
27 Aug 2026

[UK] East Midlands authority moves payroll in-house at cost of £1.2m [UK] East Midlands authority moves payroll in-house at cost of £1.2m

Until now, Nottinghamshire County Council was carrying out these duties for the umbrella authority. However, this is set to change....
25 Aug 2026