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Throughout 2026, several labour measures are expected to enter into force or continue developing, affecting companies, international professionals and individual employers operating in Spain. Some have already been officially announced, others are still pending final regulatory approval, and several of them will form part of the new strategic lines of the Ministry of Labour. This
In recent weeks, relevant updates have been introduced in labor regulations affecting replacement contracts, labor inspection controls, and subcontrating. These changes have a direct impact on companies’ regulatory compliance and their exposure to potential penalties. Therefore, it is essential for organizations to review their internal procedures and anticipate the risks that these measures may
In recent months, the obligation to have a protocol against discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity has gained increasing relevance in the actions of the Spanish Labour Inspectorate. The expectation is no longer that companies simply keep a document on file; instead, authorities now demand that the protocol be known, applicable, up to
In recent months, both the courts and the Spanish Labour Inspectorate have stepped up their focus on a key aspect of occupational risk prevention: the actual effectiveness of workplace harassment protocols. This means it is no longer sufficient to have a document stored in a folder or uploaded to the intranet. Increasingly, authorities require that
This July has brought three significant developments in the field of labour law that deserve close attention. They cover very different areas—from a ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union to the launch of a new simulation tool by the Spanish Social Security system. Although these measures respond to different needs, they
Each year, the Labour Inspectorate uncovers tens of thousands of breaches among self-employed professionals and small businesses. In most cases, these are avoidable mistakes that lead to significant financial consequences: according to the latest available report, the average fine exceeds €4,100 per business. That’s why it’s essential to take a closer look at the most
This May, the Government approved a significant legislative modification that directly affects the labour management of businesses. We are referring to Law 2/2025, April 29th, which reforms the Workers’ Statute and the General Social Security Law with the aim of strengthening the protection of workers who acquire a disability during their working life. This measure
This April, the Spanish Government has introduced three significant labour reforms that will impact both companies and employees across Spain. These measures are designed to enhance equality, safety, and the protection of labour rights, fostering a fairer and more efficient working environment. Moreover, these changes require companies to quickly adapt to new regulatory frameworks, involving
The Spanish Government has approved the update to the minimum contribution bases for 2025, which will bring significant changes for both workers and businesses in Spain. This adjustment aims to ensure that Social Security contributions are proportional to actual income, thus strengthening the pension system and adapting to the current economic situation. Below, we explain
The Spanish Government has recently announced three major labour law updates that will impact both workers and businesses in Spain. These measures include a reduction in weekly working hours, new regulations on digital disconnection rights, and the introduction of a paid leave policy for extreme weather conditions. With these changes, companies and employees must adapt
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