Government urges companies to delay work hours to safeguard workers during heatwaveExecutive summary: Government minister Jean‑Pierre Farandou called on companies to shift work schedules to protect employees from the ongoing heatwave, suggesting they may follow the Andalusian model. Protecting workers from heat reduces health risks and could influence future labor regulations, affecting productivity and employer obligations. Jean‑Pierre Farandou, French government, private employers, employees Companies may adopt flexible hours, authorities could issue formal guidance, and discussions on heat‑related labor protections may expandJean‑Pierre Farandou, a government minister, said that businesses should implement precautionary measures such as adjusting work schedules to protect employees from extreme heat, citing the example of Andalusia. He emphasized that protecting worker health may require longer‑term policy changes. The recommendation aims to mitigate health risks without imposing mandatory regulations at this stage.Connected developmentsHot weather drives retail sales increase in Great BritainOpen the full case file on Beyond →
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