THE DEBATE. Boss is no longer allowed to call civil servants after working hours: a good idea? And should the rule also apply in the private sector?

Bosses will no longer be allowed to call federal officials after normal working hours from February 1. This is stated in a circular from Minister of the Civil Service Petra De Sutter (Green) about the so-called ‘right to disconnection’. The government also wants to extend this scheme to the private sector. What do you think? Is this rule a good idea? And should the rule also apply in the private sector? Tonight we bundle the most fascinating reactions in a new piece. Read below what our experts and some politicians think.

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