Greece’s Parliament has approved a bill aimed at ensuring equal pay between men and women, as well as extending hazardous occupation status to healthcare workers. This labor ministry initiative incorporates a European Union directive concerning equal pay. The vote took place on July 2, 2026, and resulted in a majority in favor of the legislation.
The bill garnered support primarily from the ruling New Democracy party, while opposition parties such as the Communist Party (KKE), Freedom of Movement (Πλεύση Ελευθερίας), and the NIKI party opposed it. Members of parties including PASOK, SYRIZA, and Solution were present but chose to abstain. The legislation is perceived as a significant step towards addressing wage disparities and improving the working conditions for healthcare professionals despite the mixed reactions it received from various political factions.
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