RTVE has confirmed disciplinary proceedings against several RNE staff following formal complaints of workplace harassment and reports of internal misconduct. The broadcaster says it is complying with legal requirements and protecting those involved amid growing public attention.
Police in Alzira have arrested four people after a construction worker died at a building site. The victim was working without a contract and living on site; investigators say the suspects allegedly staged the scene to conceal labor violations.
The Partido Popular has clarified that Feijóo’s recent statements on sick leave targeted fraudulent cases, not genuine illness. The party now stresses the need for consensus on tackling absenteeism and rejects pay cuts for workers who are genuinely ill.
Ainoa Blasco, a 30-year-old truck driver, highlights the lack of safe and hygienic rest areas for women in Spain’s transport sector. As the country faces a severe driver shortage, her story reveals why many women still hesitate to join the profession.
Opposition leader Feijóo urges changes to sick leave pay, calling rising absenteeism a major problem. The proposal has sparked sharp reactions from unions and the government. Spain faces record costs for temporary incapacity.
A court in the Canary Islands has ordered Social Security to compensate a civil servant for stress caused by understaffing. The case exposes failures in workplace risk prevention and tensions in public offices.
Labour lawyer Virginia López warns that many Spanish companies neglect psychosocial risk prevention. She points to rising anxiety and depression, alongside workplace harassment linked to poor working conditions.
Spanish home care auxiliaries are speaking out against being mistaken for cleaners, highlighting the regulated nature of their work. Nearly 1.7 million people receive support through Spain's national dependency system, while the profession faces persistent misconceptions and undervaluation.
After a year in a remote Pyrenean village, Sandra is leaving rural solitude and economic uncertainty behind. The young content creator will move to Valladolid with her partner, seeking stability and a fresh start after losing both income and companionship.
Andrew Funk lost his business and home, then daily contact with his son, before founding Homeless Entrepreneur. Now, he speaks out about the physical and emotional dangers of homelessness and why restoring dignity and autonomy is impressive for recovery.
On July 3, zodiac signs face impressive choices in work and love. The day brings new responsibilities, emotional challenges, and the need for patience. Small changes may have a big impact.
Spanish employees can now legally take up to four paid days off if extreme heat makes commuting unsafe or threatens their health. Companies must adapt working conditions or suspend activity when official alerts are issued.
The Bank of Spain warns that the structure of the over-52 unemployment subsidy may discourage recipients from returning to work. With only 8.9% reentering the labor market within a year, experts point to the benefit’s duration and pension contributions as basic obstacles.
Workers diagnosed with fibromyalgia may qualify for a full disability pension when their symptoms make any form of employment impossible. Eligibility turns on the severity of their limitations, not the diagnosis alone.
The Superior Court of Justice of Extremadura has denied absolute permanent disability to a geriatric nursing assistant, ruling that her condition does not prevent her from performing sedentary jobs. The decision upholds an earlier verdict by a court in Badajoz.
A 2019 overhaul of Spain’s unemployment subsidy for people over 52 has sharply increased the number of recipients and the state’s long-term financial burden. Experts warn that the benefit now acts as a de facto early-retirement path, with billions in future pension costs at stake.
A new social benefit in the Canary Islands allows vulnerable households to receive more than €700 a month, even if they already receive the Ingreso Mínimo Critical. Payments vary by family size and are intended to help cover impressive living costs.
A 42-year-old administrative worker with chronic back pain and depression has a 48% disability rating, but has been denied permanent incapacity benefits. Judges ruled that her condition does not prevent her from performing her office duties.
Domestic workers in Spain can now access a free online course on occupational risk prevention, backed by SEPE and Fundae. The training offers official certification and aims to improve safety in a sector employing more than 350,000 people.
Colombia will lower its standard workweek to 42 hours from July 2026. Salaries and benefits will remain unchanged, but overtime thresholds and shift planning will be affected. Employers must adapt schedules to comply.
Fedea says changes to the unemployment subsidy for people over 52 have increased public spending and reduced incentives to return to work. The reform has significantly expanded the number of beneficiaries.
Lifeguards across Spain warn of a deepening crisis as summer begins. Many face split shifts and poor conditions, while salaries barely clear the minimum wage and employers struggle to fill positions. The shortage stems from more than a lack of interest among young people.
Spain’s Social Security may suspend medical-leave benefits if workers abandon prescribed treatment without reasonable cause. Each case depends on the circumstances. The rule is part of existing law, not a new power.
Supreme Court of Spain bans merging daily and weekly rest days in hospitality schedules. The Supreme Court of Spain has put an end to the dispute over work schedules in the hospitality sector. Now, employers are required to provide employees with separate, uninterrupted daily and weekly rest periods—no loopholes allowed. Violations may result in serious fines.
SEPE launches new subsidies for temporary employment in Andalusia. Authorities have announced new subsidies for temporary employment of the unemployed in Almería, Córdoba, and Granada. The funds will support projects aimed at benefiting local residents and boosting the rural economy.
Oviedo Court Grants Lifetime Pension After INSS Denial: Worker Loses Leg. A printing house employee from Oviedo won full disability status in court after suffering a severe workplace injury. The INSS denied payments, but the court's decision secured him a lifetime pension in full.
Woman Receives Disability Pension for 16 Years by Pretending to Be Mute. In Andalusia, a woman received a disability pension for over 16 years, claiming she had lost her ability to speak after a psychological trauma. An investigation involving a detective and a court ruling put an end to the case. The court found that the woman could, in fact, speak, and declared the payments unlawful.
Three Mistakes After Dismissal That May Cost You Compensation. Mistakes made in the first days after dismissal can cost an employee not only stress, but also their rightful compensation. Lawyer Juanma Lorente has identified three main pitfalls that even experienced employees often fall into. We explain how not to lose your right to severance pay.
Six Million Kilometers Behind the Wheel: Why This Amazon Driver Isn’t Planning to Retire. A 58-year-old driver from Asturias has logged over six million kilometers in his career and has no plans to slow down. After years of international routes, he chose to work for Amazon in Spain and is confident he’s found his place on the country’s roads.
Court Permits Dismissal for Leaving Work Before End of Shift — Even If Employee Leaves On Time. An employee has the right to leave the workplace at the exact end of their shift, but if they stop fulfilling their duties beforehand, this can be grounds for legal dismissal. Spanish case law emphasizes: what matters is not the exact exit time, but the actual performance of duties until the last minute.
The Employer Must Compensate Overtime: What the Spanish Law Says. In Spain, overtime cannot go uncompensated: employers are required to either pay for extra hours or grant equivalent paid time off. There is a strict annual limit in place, and all overtime must be officially recorded.
Fines up to €7,500: Spain Tightens Rules for Work Chats Outside Working Hours. In Spain, employers now risk heavy fines for messaging employees outside of working hours. New regulations protect the right to digital disconnection and restrict pressure through work chats and calls after shifts.
The 4-Month Rule for Unemployment Benefit Per Year of Work: How SEPE Actually Calculates. The widespread belief that you receive four months of unemployment benefits for each year of employment does not always match reality. SEPE uses a complex calculation system that only considers certain periods and is governed by strict conditions.
Court Upholds Dismissal of Worker for Refusing Mandatory Break. In La Rioja, a court has ruled the dismissal of a metal plant worker lawful after he refused to take a mandatory 15-minute break. The dispute lasted for years and ended with a decision in favor of the employer.
Court Declares Dismissal of Worker for Personal Calls to Morocco from Work Phone Illegal. A worker from Murcia was dismissed after the company discovered personal phone calls to Morocco totaling over 550 euros. The court ruled the dismissal unlawful, stating the employer failed to specify the details of the violations, and now must reinstate the employee or pay compensation.
