Politics Criticism from the left-wing camp of the home office regulation proposal

A new proposal by a National Council committee for new regulations on teleworking and working from home has met with majority approval. Strong criticism and rejection come from the political left.

The proposal from the National Council's Committee for Economic Affairs and Taxation provides for more freedom in terms of working from home. Specifically, the maximum working time range is to be increased from 14 to 17 hours and occasional work assignments on Sundays are to be permitted. The minimum rest period is also to be reduced from eleven to nine hours.

The bill is supported by the SVP, FDP, Center Party, GLP as well as the political alliance "die Plattform" and the Swiss Employers' Association (SAV). The SP and the Greens say no. The consultation ended on Tuesday.

The main argument of the supporters is the outdated labor law, which does not respond to the changing needs of the economy and society. Opponents are concerned about the psychosocial health of employees.

SDA