The current Spanish system, with a minimum monthly fee of 230 euros, contrasts sharply with other European nations. In Portugal, the minimum starts at 20 euros, while France offers a first-year exemption, highlighting the financial pressure on local entrepreneurs.
“"Those who earn little should pay little; those who earn more should contribute more."
The new framework proposes a zero quota for those earning below the minimum wage during long-term illness. It also addresses the issue of false self-employment and seeks to simplify the bureaucratic hurdles for accessing unemployment benefits, which are currently denied to 60% of applicants.
