Czech government wants to speed up hiring of foreign workers despite far-right hostility
Up to 500,000 people could be missing from the Czech labor market by 2045 as shortages keep growing, according to some scenarios.
Freelancing in Czechia: Everything you need to know to start earning
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Going self-employed is a dream for many, but how can you turn it into a reality in Czechia?
Pay raises lose momentum as Czech employers find hiring easier, survey says
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Only 8 percent of employers surveyed plan fourth-quarter raises, despite improving business confidence; half still intend to hire.
5 companies with job openings for English speakers in Czechia
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Looking for a new role? Explore opportunities in tech, finance, healthcare, and more at international workplaces in Prague and beyond.
How AI is changing work for proofreaders, translators and English teachers in Czechia
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The advent of AI has shown a dramatic change in the workload for translators, proofreaders and teachers – with a key effect on Prague's expat community.
Ostravar Brewery to close down as production moves to Prague in 2027
The brewery founded in 1897 will phase out production, affecting about 120 workers. Its key beer brands will continue at Staropramen in Smíchov.
Bold Festival 2026: Brno's two-day graphic design festival is a must for creatives
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On Nov. 9–10, Brno Bold becomes a full festival with workshops, Polish posters, global design stars and its first business stage.
Long-term unemployment on the rise despite resilient Czech job market
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Nearly 130,000 people have been unable to find work for over a year, with young and less-educated applicants facing the greatest risk.
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Czech government could gradually cut 10 percent of staff in 2027
The government will revisit a plan to reduce staffing costs as unions warn against blanket layoffs before administrative reforms.
What a healthcare membership adds when employees are already insured in Czechia
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A Prague-based expert breaks down when faster access, English-speaking support and coordinated care justify the added cost.
Czechia may ease visa rules for Belarusians with close family ties
A proposal would let more Belarusians visit relatives in Czechia while creating new residence options for some Ukrainians.
Czechia's new 'super benefit' is changing again: What recipients need to know
Just two months after the new benefit system took effect, Czechia is preparing further changes affecting single parents, housing costs and debt.
A South African couple relocated to rural Bohemia. 24 years later, this Czech village is where home is
From working as a radiographer in South Africa to teaching English in Czechia, Pearl Harris has sunk her roots deep in the South Bohemian countryside.
Czechia's 'Švarc system' could soon change: What freelancers need to know
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A proposed change to Czech labor law could redraw the line between genuine freelancing and illegal disguised employment. Here's what workers need to know.
15 courses and classes in Prague to learn new skills and meet people
Beyond the 9-5, try swing dancing, smoke ribs, or make your first film. Whether online or in-person, these local opportunities can help enhance your life.
Baťa to close only Central European factory, affecting 92 jobs
The footwear company will end production at its Dolní Němčí plant in 2027, saying the operation is no longer profitable.
Czech cities could require taxi drivers to pass language tests under new bill
Municipalities could require taxi drivers to demonstrate Czech or local-area knowledge under legislation approved by the lower house.
