Ministerio de Función Pública

The Ministerio de Función Pública (Public Function Ministry) in Spain is responsible for managing and overseeing the country's public administration and civil service. It is currently newsworthy due to the implementation of a 35-hour work week for employees of the Administración General del Estado (AGE), the central government administration. Recent developments include an agreement reached with unions, including CCOO and CSIF, to implement the shorter work week by April 15, 2026. Negotiations are also underway regarding public employment offers for 2026. This move is significant as it impacts the working conditions of a large segment of the public sector workforce and reflects ongoing debates about work-life balance and productivity within the Spanish government. The Ministry's actions are being closely watched by other government bodies and labor organizations.