The General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE) criticized the Labour Ministry's proposal to extend working hours to 13 per day, arguing it would exhaust employees without improving productivity. They emphasized the need for collective bargaining over government regulation of working conditions. The proposed law includes a 40% overtime bonus but raises concerns about worker exploitation. The Labour Ministry claims the change aims to support struggling sectors like hospitality and tourism, while a study highlights work-life balance as a priority for workers, especially younger ones. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)