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Labor Ministry issues circular on new parental and caregiver leaves

The Greek Labor Ministry has issued a circular regarding new parental and caregiver leaves, which came into effect recently. Fathers' paternity leave has increased from two to 14 days, which can be taken continuously or intermittently until the baby turns one month old. Two of the days can be granted even before the expected due date.

Mothers after childbirth to be able to work part-time for six years in Turkey

Women will be able to work part-time for six years after childbirth in most sectors, according to a new regulation.

Women working in the private sector will now be able to work part-time until their children are enrolled in primary school in Turkey. For public sector workers, another regulation will be made by the State Staff Directorate in the near future.