In August 2018, Slovenia implemented a new collective agreement baseline affecting employer scheduling practices. The agreement prohibits work assignments on public holidays and bank holidays while restricting Sunday labor.
Key Provisions
Working Hours & Schedules
- Maximum 48-hour weekly work limit (including overtime) with even distribution; 56 hours with uneven distribution
- Employees cannot work more than two Sundays monthly or 20 annually beginning September
- Holiday work restricted; employers may require it but must pay 500% of standard wages
Rest & Recovery
- 12-hour rest periods between shifts required
- 24-hour breaks per week mandatory
Compensation & Benefits
- EUR 6.05/hour minimum for Sunday work
- 5% increase to minimum basic salaries
- One additional holiday day for employee discretion
- One extra leave day for training/education
Employee Protections
- Seniority bonuses based on length of service
- Continued public transport reimbursement during health-related absences