GRGreece’s Parliament has approved a labor ministry bill that aligns with an EU directive on equal pay between men and women and expands protections for healthcare workers classified as working in hazardous and arduous conditions. The legislation includes provisions to extend special maternity leave in the private sector from six to nine months, making it accessible to all female freelancers, self-employed women, and female farmers. Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Social Anna Efthimiou emphasized the importance of the measure in addressing gender-based discrimination and promoting social cohesion and progress.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the legislative approval as a progressive step toward gender equality and social justice without overtly praising or criticizing the policy. It cites a government official’s statement supporting the initiative but does not frame it through a partisan lens. The focus remains on事实
