Lawmakers say the changes would boost pay equity and help candidates negotiate more confidently.
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Poland to launch shorter working week pilot programme
Those employed in Poland work on average the third-longest hours in the European Union.
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First cafe employing people with Down syndrome to open in Polish city
It aims to help adults with the condition become more independent and develop their social skills
Polish education minister expects 100,000 teachers to be laid off within three years
The announcement sparked opposition among Polish teachers, who say that this should be used as an opportunity to improve learning conditions.
Polish government to encourage fewer births by C-section
In 2018, caesarean sections made up 45% of births in Poland, one of the highest rates in Europe.
Government announces Poland’s highest ever minimum wage rise
The minimum monthly wage will rise by 590 zloty next year to 3,600 zloty before tax.
Wage growth in the forestry, mining and energy sectors boosts earnings in Poland
The average salary in Poland rose by 15.8% year-on-year, while in the mining sector wages rose by 81.6% and in the forestry sector by 33.4%.
Unemployment in Poland lowest since 1990
Unemployment fell to 4.9% in Poland last month, dropping below 5% for the first time since 1990.
Ukrainian refugees fill gaps in Polish labour market but risk getting stuck in low-skilled jobs
Anna Rzhevkina
The new arrivals could provide an economic boost, but their talents should not be wasted.
Over 100,000 Ukrainian refugees have found work in Poland since Russian invasion
Around 75% are women and half are employed in unskilled labour.
Polish government moves to increase parental leave and strengthen workers’ rights
The changes are a national implementation of EU directives.
Median salary in Poland grows 62% in a decade
The median wage of 4,703 zloty is significantly lower than the more widely cited mean salary.
Number of immigrant workers in Poland grows 35% in a year
The number of foreign students at Polish universities has also reached a record high.
Number of over-50s in labour force declines in Poland
Most of the decline was accounted for by women.
