Spain Approves Paid Climate Leave After Deadly Floods

Workers will now receive up to four days of paid leave during weather emergencies, following floods that killed over 220 people in Valencia.

Spain's Council of Ministers has passed a law granting workers up to four days of paid leave during climate-related emergencies.
The legislation was introduced after devastating floods in October killed at least 224 people, primarily in the Valencia region.
The measure aims to protect workers from being forced to travel during severe weather and mandates companies to implement climate risk protocols within 12 months.
Employees can also opt for reduced working schedules beyond the four-day leave if necessary, under existing emergency provisions.
The floods caused significant damage to infrastructure and homes, with the Bank of Spain estimating a 0.2% GDP decline in Q4 due to the disaster.