Experts criticize PM's plan to limit remote work in public administration

Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs' proposal to review remote work arrangements in the public sector has sparked debate, with several industry representatives voicing criticism on the show "Spried ar Delfi."

Corporate governance expert's criticism

Andris Grafs, head of the Baltic Institute of Corporate Governance in Latvia, described the prime minister's initiative as a "primitive solution," suggesting the issue requires deeper analysis rather than a simplified approach.

Union representative calls for dialogue

Egils Baldzēns, chairman of the Free Trade Union Confederation of Latvia (LBAS), expressed partial agreement with the prime minister, acknowledging that problems with the accessibility of public administration services are indeed real and need to be addressed. However, he stressed that any changes should be preceded by broader social dialogue among the parties involved.

The debate comes amid ongoing disagreement between decision-makers, employers and employee representatives over remote work policy in state institutions.