Digestible Weekly Labour News: Snacks Issue 191

Welcome to our latest edition of Snacks, where we bring you the most recent updates on Italian labor laws in bite-sized form. Let’s dive into the key points for this week:

– It’s important to note that employers cannot terminate employees for business reasons without first exploring other options, even if it means offering a lower position.
– House staff are now required to keep records of their working hours, just like any other employee.
– INPS has provided clear guidelines on the statute of limitations and forfeiture regarding mandatory paternity leave.
– Criticizing your employer through a closed mailing list can make a dismissal unlawful.
– A public call has been made for non-repayable funding for projects related to occupational health and safety.
– Both employers and employees share the burden of proof when it comes to recognizing fair compensation for occupational diseases.
– If an employee refuses to follow an employer’s unlawful orders, the refusal is considered lawful.

If you’re looking for more detailed information on any of these topics, feel free to reach out to our Italy employment team.

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