From 2028, patients with chronic or long-term illnesses could be signed off sick - but still able to work part-time. Here are the latest details on Germany's plans for part-time sick leave and what they could mean for employees.
Imogen Goodman - news@thelocal.de
Updated: Fri 10 Jul 2026 12:36 CET
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An employee convalesces on the sofa while taking time off from work in Germany. Photo: Rex Pickar on Unsplash
From 2028, patients with chronic or long-term illnesses could be signed off sick - but still able to work part-time. Here are the latest details on Germany's plans for part-time sick leave and what they could mean for employees.
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