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How can the company use the medical examination to control absenteeism from work
Given the high rate of absenteeism, companies are exploring possible measures to reduce it. Article 20.4 of the Workers’ Statute gives them the possibility of verifying the state of health of employees through medical examinations. In this post we explain the scope of this tool. According to the latest quarterly report published by Randstad Research […]
The main labor changes that 2026 may bring
2026 may be the year in which various regulations that have been in the making in recent years see the light, such as the Intern Statute, the possible reform of the severance pay system or the Industry Law. We could also see the reform of the Law on the Prevention of Occupational Risks and the […]
Digital Labor Collection 2025
We put the finishing touch to the year 2025 by sharing this Labor and Employment Digital Collection in which we compile our newsletters, publications (Labor and Employment, and ESG) and Labor & Employment Blog posts. It is an excellent opportunity to review the most relevant labor and employment issues of this year and those that […]
Christmas gift: can the company remove or replace it?
With the arrival of the Christmas holidays, many companies give their staff the traditional Christmas basket or other gifts. However, would it be feasible to update or replace these gifts with more flexible alternatives? In this post we analyze whether changes can be made to this practice. Traditionally, many companies have given their staff a […]
How the available means of delivering a dismissal letter have evolved
Digitalization has transformed the way we communicate, and media such as email or instant messaging have appeared. Its use is even becoming established in the work environment, for notifications from companies to employees. In this post we analyze the most recent rulings on the validity of these means of delivering a dismissal letter and the […]
The challenge of an ageing population is driving new employment policies aimed at seniors
In view of the ageing of the population, public strategies are being approved aimed at promoting the employment of seniors, while encouraging policies at the company level to promote labor inclusion and retention of senior talent. According to the latest edition of the report on the demographics of Europe published by Eurostat, in the period […]