ELSTAT survey: difficulty reconciling work and family obligations for employees

What the sources report

Almost one in three employees in Greece states that their work conflicts with obligations to care for children or dependent adults, according to a special ELSTAT survey for 2025. Euronews Greek

The percentage of those employed is 33.0%. Euronews Greek

The percentage is higher among women (35.4%) and in the 35–44 age group (37.5%). Euronews Greek

The first problem is the many working hours (34.9%), followed by a demanding or exhausting job position (27%). Politic.gr

Of those with children under 15, 67.9% do not use care services for any child. The Press Project

Where they differ

Euronews Greek writes that among those employed, 35.2% declare caregiving obligations. Euronews Greek

Ta Nea reports that 35.4% of women and 37.5% of the 35-44 age group declare a conflict between work and caregiving, while The Press Project attributes 35.2% to employed people with caregiving obligations. The Press Project Ta Nea