Spain: aid for businesses and special leave for employees affected by the floods

An article by Cécile Thibaud

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12 November 2024 à 16h42

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Publication: 12 November 2024 à 16h42

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On 11 November, the government adopted a series of emergency measures to support employees and businesses in the aftermath of the floods on 29 November. The floods caused extensive damage in 75 localities on the outskirts of Valencia in eastern Spain, affecting 48,722 businesses.

An article by Cécile Thibaud

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The scheme adopted on 11 November provides for the funding of special leave to cover absences from work, in order to accommodate the exceptional needs of people temporarily without means of transport or having to deal with problems such as the disappearance of loved ones, the restoration of a home or the loss of material possessions. This leave will also cover the time needed to deal with any administrative formalities related to the consequences of the flooding. At the same time, the scheme re

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Cécile Thibaud Correspondent in Spain

As Madrid correspondent for mind RH since 2021, I cover news developments in Spain's world of work, focusing on legal developments and collective bargaining, particularly around work-life balance, equality and inclusion policies, which have been hot topics in the country in recent years.

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