"Volkswagen undergoes significant transformation, impacting every staff member"
Volkswagen (VW) has announced a significant change in its weekly working hours policy, aiming to create clear rules for its employees. Starting from July 1st, 2022, full-time employees will work a uniform 35-hour week, according to reports in the "Braunschweigische Zeitung."
However, it's important to note that this change does not apply to part-time workers, as their working hours are individually agreed and only change with a voluntary change in the employment contract. Similarly, part-time retirees, as defined by being employed in the working or release phase of a part-time retirement agreement as of July 1, 2025, are also exempt from the new regulation.
These changes are part of the Future Agreement of December 20, 2024, and represent a shift from the previous flexible working hours, which ranged from 25 to 35 hours per week. Board members have clarified that employees who were already employed full-time at Volkswagen by December 31, 2004, are exempt from the new regulation.
For those seeking more detailed information about the changes at Volkswagen, it's recommended to consult official company announcements, works council releases, or labor union statements directly. The "Braunschweigische Zeitung" has reported on these developments and may provide additional insights.
Meanwhile, in other news, Volkswagen is offering a free test drive of the Kia Sportage GT-Line. Interested parties can find information on how to secure this opportunity online. Additionally, the Kia EV6 GT-line electric crossover is being offered for a free test drive.
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The uniform 35-hour workweek policy, introduced by Volkswagen starting July 1, 2022, exclusively applies to full-time employees in the industry, as part-time workers and part-time retirees have individual agreements and are exempt from this regulation. This change is part of the Future Agreement of December 20, 2024, which represents a shift from the previous flexible working hours in the business and finance sector.
