The challenges explored in our project are not confined to academic research, in fact they are reflected in everyday working life across Europe.
Recent news reports highlight issues such as increasing work intensity, job insecurity, long working hours, commuting burdens, and limited workplace flexibility. Below is a selection of news articles illustrating the real-world context that motivates our research.
Portugal
Employment is growing, but people are working longer hours while wages lag behind
Across Europe
Race against time: How many hours per week does commuting take up in your country?
Constrained flexibility: Which European countries have the highest job insecurity?
Europeans are burned out. What would it take to boost mental health at work?
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