La Provincia - Diario de Las Palmas .
Así es como la ley frena los mensajes fuera del trabajo: el Estatuto de los Tra…
Un legislación que reconoce tu derecho a desconectar digitalmente fuera del horario laboral
949
18k
4k
591k
Spain to Implement Landmark Digital Disconnection Law for Workers in 2025
Madrid, Spain – A new digital disconnection law is set to transform the work-life balance for employees across Spain, effective in 2025. The legislation, rooted in Article 20 bis of the Workers' Statute and Article 88 of the Organic Law on Data Protection, grants workers the inalienable right to disconnect from work communications outside their official working hours. This means employees will not be obligated to respond to calls, emails, or other work-related messages from their employers once their workday has concluded. Minister Yolanda Díaz, a key proponent of the measure, underscored its significance for mental well-being. "No Spanish worker will have to respond to an email or a call, not even from a minister, when they are outside their working day," Díaz stated. She further elaborated on the rationale behind the law, asserting that "permanent connection causes damage, damage to mental health, and permanent stress." The new regulation aims to mitigate the anxiety and constant pressure often associated with an always-on work culture. Employers found to be in violation of this right could face substantial penalties, with sanctions potentially reaching up to €7,500. Legal experts confirm that the law prohibits employers from penalizing or reprimanding employees for not responding to work demands outside their scheduled hours. This move is anticipated to foster healthier boundaries between professional and personal life, promoting a more balanced and less stressful working environment for Spanish employees.
