The Greek Ministry of Labor and Social Security is moving forward with a significant legislative initiative to regulate Artificial Intelligence in the workplace. Minister Niki Kerameus has received the report from the law-making committee regarding the integration of EU Directive 2024/2831, which aims to improve working conditions for platform workers.
Data Privacy and Protection
The proposed draft law establishes, for the first time, clear boundaries for the collection and processing of data by algorithmic systems. Specifically, it explicitly prohibits the processing of highly sensitive information, such as:
- Data regarding the emotional or psychological state of employees.
- Private conversations and biometric data.
- Health-related information.
Furthermore, the framework mandates impact assessments and requires companies to inform workers about the specific data and algorithms being utilized.
Human Oversight and Accountability
A central pillar of the legislation is the restriction of fully automated decision-making. Critical decisions affecting workers will no longer be left solely to algorithms; instead, they must be subject to human oversight. Additionally, workers will have the right to request explanations and reviews of decisions made by automated management systems.
Consultation and Social Dialogue
The committee's findings have been shared with national social partners, who are invited to participate in a dialogue to finalize the legal framework. The draft law stipulates that mandatory information sharing and consultation with worker representatives must occur before any algorithmic management system is introduced, ensuring their participation in the evaluation process.
