Greece passes labour law allowing 13-hour workdays in some cases

Greece's parliament approves controversial labour law allowing 13-hour workdays, amidst nationwide strikes and opposition from left-wing parties. The bill caps annual overtime at 150 hours, keeps the standard 40-hour week, and allows longer workdays only in the private sector for up to 37 days a year. The government defends the law, stating it aligns with modern labour-market needs and EU regulations, offering employees higher pay for optional extended hours. However, unions and opposition parties criticize the law for eroding workers' rights and causing over-exploitation.