BE insiste em proposta para proteger trabalhadores em fenómenos climáticos extremos

The Bloco de Esquerda (BE) has reintroduced a bill aimed at protecting workers from extreme weather conditions, allowing for their exemption from outdoor work during severe weather alerts. José Manuel Pureza, the national coordinator of BE, highlighted reports of workers being asked to take unpaid leave due to adverse weather. The proposed legislation seeks to amend the Labor Code, ensuring workers are exempt from outdoor duties when a red or orange weather warning is issued by the IPMA. Additionally, it mandates rest breaks during extreme heat and guarantees no loss of pay. Portugal is currently under weather alerts due to the approaching depression Charles, prompting the government to close schools and non-essential public services.