Southern Europe: Limited climate measures in the face of heatwaves

Spain and Italy are adapting their legislation to protect workers from heatwaves.

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Spain introduces a 'climate leave' policy, while Italy allows partial unemployment in cases of extreme heat.

Trade unions deem these measures insufficient in the face of climate challenges.

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