The Polish government is considering introducing revolutionary changes in working hours aimed at improving the quality of life of employees and increasing work efficiency. Among the options considered are shortening the working week to four days or introducing a seven-hour working day. The Ministry of Labour and Social Policy has declared that it will introduce significant changes in this matter during the current term of office. <\/p>\n
The proposals that are currently being considered also include extending annual leave to 35 days and introducing a 35-hour working week. The planned shortening would take place gradually \u2013 initially by reducing the working time by 2 hours, and then by 5 hours. <\/p>\n
Without waiting for the government’s final decisions on shortening the working week, two local governments \u2013 Leszno and W\u0142oc\u0142awek \u2013 have already introduced such a change. In the Leszno City Hall, officials have been working 7 hours a day for several weeks, and the effects of the tests bring positive results. Those interested claim that they work shorter but more effectively. In W\u0142oc\u0142awek, on the other hand, working hours will be shortened from 1 September. <\/p>\n
The Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy does not rule out either of the two scenarios \u2013 both the four-day working week and the seven-hour working day are the subject of intensive analyses and discussions. The question of the final choice remains open, but the ministry emphasizes that changes are inevitable. <\/p>\n
Research shows that Poles are among the most overworked nations in Europe. The introduction of new regulations could not only improve the health and well-being of employees, but also bring economic benefits by increasing productivity and making better use of leisure time. <\/p>\n
The Polish government is determined to take steps to improve working conditions and is open to social dialogue on this issue. More details on the planned changes will be presented in the coming months. <\/p>\n