Browsing: Working time & vacation

The WTR set out rules limiting working hours and provide for rest breaks and paid holidays. This Inbrief looks at…

The European Working Time Directive was introduced into UK law under the Working Time Regulations 1998. One of the most…

The European Working Time Directive was introduced into UK law through the Working Time Regulations 1998. One of its most…

The European Parliament has voted to force the UK to opt out of the EU's controversial working week limits, resolving…

EU workers work an average of 40 hours a week France, Italy and Spain have banned changes to EU…

Efforts are underway to strengthen the EU Working Time Directive, which governs the hours that employees can be asked to…

Efforts are underway to strengthen the EU Working Time Directive, which governs the hours that employees can be asked to…

The European Court of Justice's ruling is not just limited to the 48-hour work week and opt-outs. For example, the…