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Video. Spain introduces paid menopause sick leave from December 2026

Updated: 3 November 2026 - 13:43 GMT+1

From 1 December, female workers with impairing conditions linked to the menopause can access specific medical leave. Spain thus expands labour protection for women, while other European countries still do not provide a similar measure.

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