# Greece expands maternity protection leave eligibility

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greece-expands-maternity-protection-leave-eligibility
> Updated: 2026-08-11T04:57:31.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-11: Greece expands maternity protection leave eligibility

Greece expands special maternity protection leave to include stepmothers, surrogate mothers, and part-time or seasonal workers, providing nine months of benefits based on the minimum wage.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-expands-maternity-protection-leave-eligibility

### 2026-08-05: Italy and San Marino advance parental leave reforms

Italy now permits five‑month post‑birth maternity leave with medical certification, while San Marino plans a September‑approved law extending parental leave benefits, as officials and mothers call for prompt,‑b

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-and-san-marino-advance-parental-leave-reforms

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