Progressive Implementation Of The 40-Hour Law

The "40-Hour Law" will come into force in stages, with working hours being gradually reduced as follows:

• On 26th April 2024: 44 hours per week
• On 26th April 2026: 42 hours per week
• On 26th April 2028: 40 hours per week

In addition, the following rules will come into force on 26th April 2024:

• Rules on exceptions to the working time limit (Article 22(2) of the Labour Code)
• Two-hour band for mothers, fathers or carers
• Compensation for overtime worked on additional public holidays
• Rules on electronic attendance recording
• New conditions and time limits for exceptional working hours
• A new definition of part-time work
• Removal of the general exception for workers under teleworking or remote work from the working day limit