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Unhappy in the workplace: New research highlights challenges for Gen Z

What drives employee happiness at work? The answer depends on the generation, research finds.

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Watch: Doctors in England continue historic four-day strike over pay

Doctors in England launched what has been called the most disruptive strike in the history of the country's public health service.

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Mental health over salary? Spanish workers shift their priorities

A new report shows mental health is the priority for Spanish workers, despite the country's high unemployment rate.

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Why must asbestos regulations change to better protect EU workers?

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With Europe's climate change targets, 35 million buildings are expected to be renovated by 2030, and many workers risk being exposed to asbestos.

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These are the 5 top tech sectors in Europe that are actively hiring

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Despite layoffs and cutbacks, the tech sector is still hiring. Here are five of the top sectors for job hunters in Europe.

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Which countries go on strike the most in Europe?

Strikes are a significant part of the culture of working life in Europe. Is industrial action more common in some countries than others?

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Thousands of nurses strike over working conditions in Slovenia

Thousands of nurses in Slovenia striked over low salaries and stressful working conditions on Wednesday. The protest rally was organised by the Trade Union of Nursing which coordinates over 6300 Slovenian nurses.

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The Berlin start-ups tearing up capitalism and putting workers first

Berlin is one of Europe's hottest start-up hubs. But companies setting up there are doing things differently and it starts with where the power lies.

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Ranked: The EU countries the most open to remote work

Data from Eurostat and Statista reveals which European countries have the highest percentage of remote workers.

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In data: Soaring inflation has pushed minimum wages across Europe down

Real minimum wages fell in most EU member states as inflation reached its highest levels. Where in Europe is feeling this the most?

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Is your job becoming 'productivity theatre'?

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Studies show remote employees are working harder than ever. But some bosses don’t believe them.

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Spain probes 'Big Four' consultancy firms over excessive working hours

Some employees claim they were were forced to work up to 16 hours per day for Deloitte, PwC, EY and KPMG.

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Are we entering the era of the 'Chief Remote Officer'?

Is remote working here to stay? Euronews Next spoke to the person believed to have pioneered the role of Chief Remote Officer.

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Here are the perks of a four-day week for European companies

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As trials of a four-day work week pick up steam across Europe, we look at the benefits of working less.

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Strikes on French trains and in British airports, health services

Inflation-driven pay disputes are causing Christmas disruption to French trains and to British airports, post deliveries and health services.

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What trains are still running during Christmas rail strikes in the UK?

Around 20 per cent of services are still scheduled to run on Christmas strike dates.

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Spanish MPs vote to approve new 'menstrual leave' for painful periods

The Spanish government first endorsed plans for paid leave for painful periods and strengthening access to abortion in May.

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A major four-day week trial in the UK just ended. So, how did it go?

While the full results of the study will be released next year, some companies had strong opinions on whether the four-day week was a force for good.

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A French man has won the right not to be 'fun' at work

The highest French court ruled that a Paris-based consultant was wrongfully fired after he refused to stick to the "fun" values of the company.

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Belgians can now opt for a ‘condensed’ four-day workweek

Workers are now able to squeeze their working week into four longer working days instead of the usual five.