Employment reaches record levels in July

Spain has reached a new record for employment, with more than 22.4 million people now contributing to the Social Security system.

The latest figures from the Ministry of Inclusion show July has become the strongest month on record, with growth driven by continued job creation across a range of sectors.

The government says the figures demonstrate the resilience of the labour market and the continued impact of recent employment reforms, while economists note that challenges including housing affordability and productivity remain.