Is a pregnant employee entitled to a reduction in her working hours?
Verified 04 April 2025 - Directorate for Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)
No, the reduction of the daily working hours for a pregnant employee is not not a legal obligation.
On the other hand, this reduction in hours may be provided for by collective agreement or a company agreement. The reduction of schedules may also result from use in the company.
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The employer and the employee may also by mutual agreement to decide on a reduction in the daily working hours. To avoid litigation, it is preferable that this agreement be in writing.
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