The Senate has supported the so-called “flexinovel” of the Labour Code, which is intended to bring greater flexibility to the labour market. The amendment modifies notice periods, extends the probationary period and changes the conditions of unemployment benefits. The changes will enter into force from June 2025, some as late as January 2026.
The flexible Labor Code amendment passed by the Senate on April 9, 2025, makes several significant changes. The notice period will now start from the date of delivery of the notice, rather than from the first day of the following month. In the case of dismissal for misconduct, it may be reduced to one month. The probationary period will be extended from three to four months, and up to eight months for managers. Employees will be able to organise their own working time if they agree in writing with their employer.
The amendment also changes the conditions for unemployment benefits. In the first two months, the benefit will increase to 80% of the previous net earnings and in the last two months it will fall to 40%. Nine months of work will be required to regain the benefit instead of the current six. The changes to the allowance will take effect from January 2026
The amendment to the Labor Code brings new options and obligations from June 1, 2025. We will prepare a complete revision of your work documents to ensure that everything complies with the applicable legislation and allows you to fully utilize the new flexibility.
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