Spain is in the midst of its first official heatwave of the summer with many suffering in scorching temperatures, particularly those working outdoors. Here's what the country's labour laws say about working in extreme heat.
Esme Fox - esme@thelocal.es
Updated: Tue 23 Jun 2026 12:05 CET
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A waitress tries to cool down with the help of a fan during a heatwave in Seville. (Photo by CRISTINA QUICLER / AFP)
Spain is in the midst of its first official heatwave of the summer with many suffering in scorching temperatures, particularly those working outdoors. Here's what the country's labour laws say about working in extreme heat.
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