Germany already has the right to reduce working hours (for companies with over 15 employees). Employers need to cite a very good reason to refuse the request. H

Germany already has the right to reduce working hours (for companies with over 15 employees). Employers need to cite a very good reason to refuse the request. However, you don't have the right to ramp up yours hours later on (but if there is an open vacancy later, you need to be preferred).