The right of workers to digital disconnection: nature and content
Authorship
A.C.V.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
A.C.V.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.13.2026 11:30
02.13.2026 11:30
Summary
The right to digital disconnection has burst into working reality, requiring adequate protection.This study was conducted to determine whether current regulations fully and effectively protect this right. To this end, it begins with a review of the current legislation, which gives a fundamental role to collective bargaining, to continue with an examination of the situation regarding collective agreements and the interpretation of this right by the courts.
The right to digital disconnection has burst into working reality, requiring adequate protection.This study was conducted to determine whether current regulations fully and effectively protect this right. To this end, it begins with a review of the current legislation, which gives a fundamental role to collective bargaining, to continue with an examination of the situation regarding collective agreements and the interpretation of this right by the courts.
Direction
VILLALBA SANCHEZ, ALICIA (Tutorships)
VILLALBA SANCHEZ, ALICIA (Tutorships)
Court
VILLALBA SANCHEZ, ALICIA (Student’s tutor)
VILLALBA SANCHEZ, ALICIA (Student’s tutor)
Birth and childcare allowance for single-parent families: evolution
Authorship
A.C.V.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
A.C.V.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.20.2026 12:30
02.20.2026 12:30
Summary
The birth and childcare allowance has had a winding path in the case of single-parent families. Considering an initial context in which they were not given differentiated treatment, in contrast to the original legislation, the line of case law that has led to its modification is addressed. Led by the disparity between the Fourth Chamber of the Supreme Court, which was unfavourable to the extension of the leave, and the Third Chamber, which was in favour of its extension, and due to the absence of a harmonising ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union, whose attempt was unsuccessful, the Constitutional Court presented its interpretation. This interpretation determined that the failure to grant a longer period of suspension for lone parents, who are members of single-parent families, constituted discrimination against children born into this type of family, who were worse protected simply because of their birth. As a result of the declaration of unconstitutionality of the precepts on which the rejection of the increase was based, both the legislation and the courts have been forced to adopt a real change, favouring the possibility of providing better care for minors through a greater number of weeks of leave.
The birth and childcare allowance has had a winding path in the case of single-parent families. Considering an initial context in which they were not given differentiated treatment, in contrast to the original legislation, the line of case law that has led to its modification is addressed. Led by the disparity between the Fourth Chamber of the Supreme Court, which was unfavourable to the extension of the leave, and the Third Chamber, which was in favour of its extension, and due to the absence of a harmonising ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union, whose attempt was unsuccessful, the Constitutional Court presented its interpretation. This interpretation determined that the failure to grant a longer period of suspension for lone parents, who are members of single-parent families, constituted discrimination against children born into this type of family, who were worse protected simply because of their birth. As a result of the declaration of unconstitutionality of the precepts on which the rejection of the increase was based, both the legislation and the courts have been forced to adopt a real change, favouring the possibility of providing better care for minors through a greater number of weeks of leave.
Direction
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Tutorships)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Tutorships)
Court
GARATE CASTRO, FRANCISCO JAVIER (Chairman)
MANEIRO VAZQUEZ, YOLANDA (Secretary)
MIRANDA BOTO, JOSE MARIA (Member)
GARATE CASTRO, FRANCISCO JAVIER (Chairman)
MANEIRO VAZQUEZ, YOLANDA (Secretary)
MIRANDA BOTO, JOSE MARIA (Member)
Analysis of the legal framework for the prevention of teleworking
Authorship
L.F.N.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
L.F.N.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.13.2026 09:30
02.13.2026 09:30
Summary
This Final Degree Project (TFG) offers an analysis of the preventive legal system for teleworking, based on the evolution that this modality has undergone in recent years and, above all, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, which gave rise to the need for regulations to protect the health and safety of teleworkers. From the point of view of occupational risk prevention, the guarantees provided by Law 10/2021 of 9 July on remote working are examined and, specifically, Articles 15 and 16 of the aforementioned regulation are analysed, highlighting the shortcomings they present in relation to risk assessment, delimitation of the authorised area and identification of risk factors. This paper also addresses the typical occupational factors and risks of teleworking, highlighting the importance of psychosocial risks and the lack of regulations that address them. Finally, it analyses the applicable preventive measures, paying special attention to worker training in preventive matters as a tool to mitigate regulatory gaps.
This Final Degree Project (TFG) offers an analysis of the preventive legal system for teleworking, based on the evolution that this modality has undergone in recent years and, above all, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, which gave rise to the need for regulations to protect the health and safety of teleworkers. From the point of view of occupational risk prevention, the guarantees provided by Law 10/2021 of 9 July on remote working are examined and, specifically, Articles 15 and 16 of the aforementioned regulation are analysed, highlighting the shortcomings they present in relation to risk assessment, delimitation of the authorised area and identification of risk factors. This paper also addresses the typical occupational factors and risks of teleworking, highlighting the importance of psychosocial risks and the lack of regulations that address them. Finally, it analyses the applicable preventive measures, paying special attention to worker training in preventive matters as a tool to mitigate regulatory gaps.
Direction
TORRES GARCIA, BARBARA (Tutorships)
TORRES GARCIA, BARBARA (Tutorships)
Court
TORRES GARCIA, BARBARA (Student’s tutor)
TORRES GARCIA, BARBARA (Student’s tutor)
Critical analysis of the latest developments in work-life balance in Spain
Authorship
L.F.N.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
L.F.N.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.19.2026 16:00
02.19.2026 16:00
Summary
In this paper, recent developments relating to work life balance measures in Spain are analysed, with particular emphasis on the extension of leave for birth and care of the child and on the new configuration of the remuneration of parental leave and leave for the care of the breastfeeding child. Royal Decree Law 9/2025 extended the suspension of the employment contract due to birth by three weeks, increasing the period of leave from sixteen to nineteen weeks. In addition, the new reform assigns a very significant role to long term work life balance, as it grants parents two weeks of paid leave, which may be taken flexibly until the child reaches eight years of age. On the other hand, the paper addresses the issues arising from the lack of clarity in the transposition of Directive 2019/1158 with regard to parental leave, which has led the National High Court to expressly determine the unpaid nature of such leave. Developments in the field of coresponsibility also prompt an analysis of leave for the care of the breastfeeding child, provided for in Article 37.4 of the Workers’ Statute, since the legislator currently allows beneficiaries to accumulate this leave but has not established the criteria under which such accumulation should take place.
In this paper, recent developments relating to work life balance measures in Spain are analysed, with particular emphasis on the extension of leave for birth and care of the child and on the new configuration of the remuneration of parental leave and leave for the care of the breastfeeding child. Royal Decree Law 9/2025 extended the suspension of the employment contract due to birth by three weeks, increasing the period of leave from sixteen to nineteen weeks. In addition, the new reform assigns a very significant role to long term work life balance, as it grants parents two weeks of paid leave, which may be taken flexibly until the child reaches eight years of age. On the other hand, the paper addresses the issues arising from the lack of clarity in the transposition of Directive 2019/1158 with regard to parental leave, which has led the National High Court to expressly determine the unpaid nature of such leave. Developments in the field of coresponsibility also prompt an analysis of leave for the care of the breastfeeding child, provided for in Article 37.4 of the Workers’ Statute, since the legislator currently allows beneficiaries to accumulate this leave but has not established the criteria under which such accumulation should take place.
Direction
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Tutorships)
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Tutorships)
Court
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Student’s tutor)
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Student’s tutor)
Análisis económico-Financiero de la empresa Grefusa SL
Authorship
M.G.M.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
M.G.M.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.13.2026 09:30
02.13.2026 09:30
Summary
Grefusa S.L. is a Spanish company founded in 1929, primarily dedicated to the production and distribution of snacks, potato chips, and nuts. Its headquarters are located in Alzira, in the province of Valencia. The objective of this study is to conduct an economic and financial analysis of the aforementioned company, comparing it with its direct competitor, Importaco S.A. The study includes a presentation of the company under analysis, an internal and external analysis to contextualize the company and provide a deeper understanding of it, and finally, an economic and financial analysis based on vertical and horizontal percentages, ratios, and various metrics for the period 2022-2024. The results show that Grefusa has experienced positive growth, notably a significant improvement in its financial equilibrium and a more comfortable liquidity position. The internal and external analysis reveals a highly competitive environment dominated by private label brands, where differentiation and adaptation to trends are key. Therefore, Grefusa has been able to sustain its growth, as demonstrated by its financial figures.
Grefusa S.L. is a Spanish company founded in 1929, primarily dedicated to the production and distribution of snacks, potato chips, and nuts. Its headquarters are located in Alzira, in the province of Valencia. The objective of this study is to conduct an economic and financial analysis of the aforementioned company, comparing it with its direct competitor, Importaco S.A. The study includes a presentation of the company under analysis, an internal and external analysis to contextualize the company and provide a deeper understanding of it, and finally, an economic and financial analysis based on vertical and horizontal percentages, ratios, and various metrics for the period 2022-2024. The results show that Grefusa has experienced positive growth, notably a significant improvement in its financial equilibrium and a more comfortable liquidity position. The internal and external analysis reveals a highly competitive environment dominated by private label brands, where differentiation and adaptation to trends are key. Therefore, Grefusa has been able to sustain its growth, as demonstrated by its financial figures.
Direction
SUAREZ FERNANDEZ, OSCAR (Tutorships)
SUAREZ FERNANDEZ, OSCAR (Tutorships)
Court
SUAREZ FERNANDEZ, OSCAR (Student’s tutor)
SUAREZ FERNANDEZ, OSCAR (Student’s tutor)
Unfair terms in consumer contracts
Authorship
L.G.G.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
L.G.G.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.13.2026 10:30
02.13.2026 10:30
Summary
This work addresses the legal framework governing unfair terms in consumer contracts under Spanish and European law. It examines Directive 93/13/EEC and its transposition into Spanish law through the Law on General Terms and Conditions of Contracts, the Consolidated Text of the General Law for the Defense of Consumers and Users, and other complementary legislation. This study analyzes the mechanism of control incorporation, content, and transparency, together with the effects arising from a declaration of nullity.
This work addresses the legal framework governing unfair terms in consumer contracts under Spanish and European law. It examines Directive 93/13/EEC and its transposition into Spanish law through the Law on General Terms and Conditions of Contracts, the Consolidated Text of the General Law for the Defense of Consumers and Users, and other complementary legislation. This study analyzes the mechanism of control incorporation, content, and transparency, together with the effects arising from a declaration of nullity.
Direction
CARBALLO FIDALGO, MARTA (Tutorships)
CARBALLO FIDALGO, MARTA (Tutorships)
Court
CARBALLO FIDALGO, MARTA (Student’s tutor)
CARBALLO FIDALGO, MARTA (Student’s tutor)
Knowledge, Use, and Perception of the Relevance, Reliability, and Predictive Power of Recruitment Selection Methods: A Study with Human Resources Professionals.
Authorship
J.M.I.G.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
J.M.I.G.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.20.2026 09:30
02.20.2026 09:30
Summary
This Final Degree Project provides an in-depth analysis of the knowledge, utilization, and perceived relevance, reliability, and validity of the main personnel selection methods used by the top-revenue, large-staff companies in Galicia. Using a structured questionnaire divided into five sections (Knowledge, Usage, Relevance, Reliability, and Criterion Validity) and distributed to firms with annual revenues among the highest in the region and more than 200 employees, we collected 18 valid responses from Human Resources professionals with between 3 and 20 years of experience. The study examines the use of tools such as the curriculum vitae, interviews (traditional, structured behavioral, and competency-based), psychometric tests (intelligence, personality, and competencies), work simulations, role-plays, reference checks, and knowledge assessments. Findings confirm that structured behavioral interviews are the most widely used and highly valued by practitioners for their strong predictive validity, whereas methods like intelligence tests and personality questionnaires enjoy robust empirical support but lower practical adoption. Conversely, simulations and role-plays receive greater recognition among selection specialists due to their realism, although their implementation remains constrained by cost and logistical considerations. The conclusions support integrating multiple techniques to leverage the unique strengths of each method within a selection process. Additionally, this should be complemented by ongoing training for evaluators and by updating selection methods according to the specific role and the organization’s development stage. Finally, we recommend extending future research to smaller companies and to other autonomous communities, as well as conducting deeper cost-benefit analyses and examining the impact of emerging technologies on the automation of psychometric assessments.
This Final Degree Project provides an in-depth analysis of the knowledge, utilization, and perceived relevance, reliability, and validity of the main personnel selection methods used by the top-revenue, large-staff companies in Galicia. Using a structured questionnaire divided into five sections (Knowledge, Usage, Relevance, Reliability, and Criterion Validity) and distributed to firms with annual revenues among the highest in the region and more than 200 employees, we collected 18 valid responses from Human Resources professionals with between 3 and 20 years of experience. The study examines the use of tools such as the curriculum vitae, interviews (traditional, structured behavioral, and competency-based), psychometric tests (intelligence, personality, and competencies), work simulations, role-plays, reference checks, and knowledge assessments. Findings confirm that structured behavioral interviews are the most widely used and highly valued by practitioners for their strong predictive validity, whereas methods like intelligence tests and personality questionnaires enjoy robust empirical support but lower practical adoption. Conversely, simulations and role-plays receive greater recognition among selection specialists due to their realism, although their implementation remains constrained by cost and logistical considerations. The conclusions support integrating multiple techniques to leverage the unique strengths of each method within a selection process. Additionally, this should be complemented by ongoing training for evaluators and by updating selection methods according to the specific role and the organization’s development stage. Finally, we recommend extending future research to smaller companies and to other autonomous communities, as well as conducting deeper cost-benefit analyses and examining the impact of emerging technologies on the automation of psychometric assessments.
Direction
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Tutorships)
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Tutorships)
Court
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Student’s tutor)
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Student’s tutor)
Regulatory analysis of administrative silence. Concept and functioning
Authorship
A.M.V.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
A.M.V.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.13.2026 13:00
02.13.2026 13:00
Summary
In this paper, the legal framework of administrative silence within the field of Spanish Administrative Law is addressed. Its concept, legal nature, and types (positive and negative) are analyzed, as well as its context within Law 39/2015, which regulates the Common Administrative Procedure of Public Administrations. Additionally, the effects of administrative silence on citizens and the Administration are examined, along with its role as a safeguard against administrative inactivity once the established deadlines have expired. Finally, a highly relevant court ruling will be discussed, which highlights the use and effects of positive administrative silence in both the labor and administrative spheres.
In this paper, the legal framework of administrative silence within the field of Spanish Administrative Law is addressed. Its concept, legal nature, and types (positive and negative) are analyzed, as well as its context within Law 39/2015, which regulates the Common Administrative Procedure of Public Administrations. Additionally, the effects of administrative silence on citizens and the Administration are examined, along with its role as a safeguard against administrative inactivity once the established deadlines have expired. Finally, a highly relevant court ruling will be discussed, which highlights the use and effects of positive administrative silence in both the labor and administrative spheres.
Direction
VILLANUEVA TURNES, ALEJANDRO (Tutorships)
VILLANUEVA TURNES, ALEJANDRO (Tutorships)
Court
VILLANUEVA TURNES, ALEJANDRO (Student’s tutor)
VILLANUEVA TURNES, ALEJANDRO (Student’s tutor)
The role of technology in work-life balance in the livestock sector
Authorship
E.M.S.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
E.M.S.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.13.2026 11:30
02.13.2026 11:30
Summary
This work aims to answer the research question on the extent to which the implementation of technology in the dairy sector contributes to improving the well-being of workers, favoring the reconciliation of work and family life, increasing job satisfaction and generating changes in the management of human resources. The choice of this topic responds to the strategic importance of the dairy sector in Galicia and the profound technological transformation experienced in recent years, in a context in which the improvement of working conditions and the quality of life of workers is becoming increasingly relevant. The study consists of a descriptive analysis of the current situation of dairy farming, both from a productive and organizational and labor point of view. The research is structured in two distinct phases. In a first phase, a literature review was carried out with the aim of contextualizing the Galician dairy sector, analyzing its technological evolution and examining the main theoretical approaches related to the reconciliation of work and family life, job satisfaction and well-being in the agricultural field. This review allowed us to establish a solid theoretical framework and formulate the initial hypotheses, focused on the role of technology as a tool for improving working conditions and human resource management. The results obtained indicate that the implementation of technology in the dairy sector has a positive and relevant impact on the well-being of workers. In particular, a significant improvement in the reconciliation of work and family life is observed, derived from the reduction of the physical workload, greater flexibility in hours and a better organization of working time. Likewise, the majority of participants express an increase in their level of job satisfaction, associated with more efficient, dignified working conditions and compatible with personal life.
This work aims to answer the research question on the extent to which the implementation of technology in the dairy sector contributes to improving the well-being of workers, favoring the reconciliation of work and family life, increasing job satisfaction and generating changes in the management of human resources. The choice of this topic responds to the strategic importance of the dairy sector in Galicia and the profound technological transformation experienced in recent years, in a context in which the improvement of working conditions and the quality of life of workers is becoming increasingly relevant. The study consists of a descriptive analysis of the current situation of dairy farming, both from a productive and organizational and labor point of view. The research is structured in two distinct phases. In a first phase, a literature review was carried out with the aim of contextualizing the Galician dairy sector, analyzing its technological evolution and examining the main theoretical approaches related to the reconciliation of work and family life, job satisfaction and well-being in the agricultural field. This review allowed us to establish a solid theoretical framework and formulate the initial hypotheses, focused on the role of technology as a tool for improving working conditions and human resource management. The results obtained indicate that the implementation of technology in the dairy sector has a positive and relevant impact on the well-being of workers. In particular, a significant improvement in the reconciliation of work and family life is observed, derived from the reduction of the physical workload, greater flexibility in hours and a better organization of working time. Likewise, the majority of participants express an increase in their level of job satisfaction, associated with more efficient, dignified working conditions and compatible with personal life.
Direction
LOPEZ CARBALLEIRA, ANALIA (Tutorships)
LOPEZ CARBALLEIRA, ANALIA (Tutorships)
Court
LOPEZ CARBALLEIRA, ANALIA (Student’s tutor)
LOPEZ CARBALLEIRA, ANALIA (Student’s tutor)
The legal protection of workers in a situation of permanent disability: impact of the CJEU’s case law on the Spanish labour legal system
Authorship
K.O.Q.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
K.O.Q.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.20.2026 10:00
02.20.2026 10:00
Summary
This paper analyses the legal protection of workers in a situation of total permanent disability within the Spanish labour law system, in light of the impact of the case law of the Court of Justice of the European Union. Traditionally, the declaration of this contingency entailed the automatic termination of the employment contract, without any prior assessment of possible reasonable accommodations. The CJEU judgment of 18 January 2024 (Case C-631/22) calls this regime into question due to its incompatibility with the principle of equality and non-discrimination on grounds of disability, in accordance with Directive 2000/78/EC. The paper also examines the previous legal framework, the content and scope of the aforementioned judgment, as well as the subsequent judicial and legislative adaptation brought about by Law 2/2025. Finally, it offers a critical assessment of the effectiveness of the new regulatory framework, which is centred on the employer’s obligation to explore reasonable accommodations prior to the termination of the employment relationship.
This paper analyses the legal protection of workers in a situation of total permanent disability within the Spanish labour law system, in light of the impact of the case law of the Court of Justice of the European Union. Traditionally, the declaration of this contingency entailed the automatic termination of the employment contract, without any prior assessment of possible reasonable accommodations. The CJEU judgment of 18 January 2024 (Case C-631/22) calls this regime into question due to its incompatibility with the principle of equality and non-discrimination on grounds of disability, in accordance with Directive 2000/78/EC. The paper also examines the previous legal framework, the content and scope of the aforementioned judgment, as well as the subsequent judicial and legislative adaptation brought about by Law 2/2025. Finally, it offers a critical assessment of the effectiveness of the new regulatory framework, which is centred on the employer’s obligation to explore reasonable accommodations prior to the termination of the employment relationship.
Direction
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Tutorships)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Tutorships)
Court
MUNIN SANCHEZ, LARA MARIA (Chairman)
TORRES GARCIA, BARBARA (Secretary)
GIL OTERO, LIDIA (Member)
MUNIN SANCHEZ, LARA MARIA (Chairman)
TORRES GARCIA, BARBARA (Secretary)
GIL OTERO, LIDIA (Member)
The offence of online child grooming in the Spanish Criminal Code: current challenges posed by emerging technology
Authorship
K.O.Q.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
K.O.Q.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.19.2026 11:00
02.19.2026 11:00
Summary
This research paper conducts an interdisciplinary analysis of the offence of online child grooming under the provisions of Article 183 of the Spanish Criminal Code., addressing its normative, dogmatic, and phenomenological evolution. The primary objective is to evaluate the adequacy of the criminal justice response to new modalities of technological solicitation of minors within a context of global digitalization. Following a detailed analysis of offender and victim profiles, as well as the psychological manipulation phases that define the grooming process, the study examines the international framework that underpins the criminalization of these behaviors. Subsequently, it delves into the technical configuration of the offense, emphasizing the protection of sexual integrity as the protected legal interest and the structure of advance legal protection. Furthermore, the research addresses critical issues of practical application, such as the problematic concurrence clause and its tension with the ne bis in idem principle, along with emerging challenges posed by the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence and the phenomenon of deepfakes. The findings suggest that, although Article 183 constitutes an essential tool, it exhibits asymmetries with respect to european regulations and requires interpretative adjustments to ensure systematic coherence. It is concluded that effective prevention demands not only periodic regulatory updates but also comprehensive policies that combine criminal prosecution with digital education and multidisciplinary support for families.
This research paper conducts an interdisciplinary analysis of the offence of online child grooming under the provisions of Article 183 of the Spanish Criminal Code., addressing its normative, dogmatic, and phenomenological evolution. The primary objective is to evaluate the adequacy of the criminal justice response to new modalities of technological solicitation of minors within a context of global digitalization. Following a detailed analysis of offender and victim profiles, as well as the psychological manipulation phases that define the grooming process, the study examines the international framework that underpins the criminalization of these behaviors. Subsequently, it delves into the technical configuration of the offense, emphasizing the protection of sexual integrity as the protected legal interest and the structure of advance legal protection. Furthermore, the research addresses critical issues of practical application, such as the problematic concurrence clause and its tension with the ne bis in idem principle, along with emerging challenges posed by the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence and the phenomenon of deepfakes. The findings suggest that, although Article 183 constitutes an essential tool, it exhibits asymmetries with respect to european regulations and requires interpretative adjustments to ensure systematic coherence. It is concluded that effective prevention demands not only periodic regulatory updates but also comprehensive policies that combine criminal prosecution with digital education and multidisciplinary support for families.
Direction
PEREZ RIVAS, NATALIA (Tutorships)
PEREZ RIVAS, NATALIA (Tutorships)
Court
ABEL SOUTO, MIGUEL (Chairman)
BRAGE CENDAN, SANTIAGO BERNARDO (Secretary)
Valeije Álvarez, María Inmaculada (Member)
ABEL SOUTO, MIGUEL (Chairman)
BRAGE CENDAN, SANTIAGO BERNARDO (Secretary)
Valeije Álvarez, María Inmaculada (Member)
Unemployment benefits and benefits for cessation of activity. A comparative study and proposals for improvement.
Authorship
M.P.L.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
M.P.L.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.20.2026 10:00
02.20.2026 10:00
Summary
This undergraduate dissertation delves into the protection system in the Spanish legal system against the loss of employment, professional activity, or business activity. The study focuses on unemployment benefits under the General Social Security System and benefits for cessation of activity under the Special System for Self-Employed Workers. From a descriptive point of view, it examines the characteristic elements of both benefits: eligibility requirements, waiting period, duration, calculation, and amount, as well as situations of suspension, termination, and incompatibility of the right. Based on the theoretical approach, the main differences in the regulation of both schemes are highlighted, especially with regard to the accreditation of the legal situation of cessation of activity and, in general, in relation to the lower level of protection provided to self-employed workers. Finally, through comparative analysis, a series of proposals for improvement are presented, focused on strengthening the equity of the system, facilitating access to protection, mainly protection for cessation of activity, and achieving greater equality between the General Regime and the Special Regime for Self-Employed Workers, promoting more robust social protection that is adapted to the economic and social reality.
This undergraduate dissertation delves into the protection system in the Spanish legal system against the loss of employment, professional activity, or business activity. The study focuses on unemployment benefits under the General Social Security System and benefits for cessation of activity under the Special System for Self-Employed Workers. From a descriptive point of view, it examines the characteristic elements of both benefits: eligibility requirements, waiting period, duration, calculation, and amount, as well as situations of suspension, termination, and incompatibility of the right. Based on the theoretical approach, the main differences in the regulation of both schemes are highlighted, especially with regard to the accreditation of the legal situation of cessation of activity and, in general, in relation to the lower level of protection provided to self-employed workers. Finally, through comparative analysis, a series of proposals for improvement are presented, focused on strengthening the equity of the system, facilitating access to protection, mainly protection for cessation of activity, and achieving greater equality between the General Regime and the Special Regime for Self-Employed Workers, promoting more robust social protection that is adapted to the economic and social reality.
Direction
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Tutorships)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Tutorships)
Court
MUNIN SANCHEZ, LARA MARIA (Chairman)
TORRES GARCIA, BARBARA (Secretary)
GIL OTERO, LIDIA (Member)
MUNIN SANCHEZ, LARA MARIA (Chairman)
TORRES GARCIA, BARBARA (Secretary)
GIL OTERO, LIDIA (Member)
The delimitation of the powers of municipalities and those delegated to them under Law 7/1985.
Authorship
M.P.L.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
M.P.L.
Double bachelor degree in Laws and Labour Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.19.2026 10:00
02.19.2026 10:00
Summary
The delimitation of municipal powers in the Spanish legal landscape is analysed, based on the distinction between own powers and delegated powers, in accordance with Law 7/1985, regulating the bases of local government. It addresses the relevance of the municipality as the territorial entity closest to citizens and its role in the territorial organisation of the State, reflected in the differentiated allocation of powers between public administrations. With regard to powers, it covers their material content, the principles that inform their exercise, as well as their limits and forms of management. A comparative study of the two types of municipal powers is also carried out. Subsequently, a jurisprudential analysis of the most important concepts is carried out, mainly in relation to local autonomy. Finally, a review is carried out of the powers exercised, the manner and the means by which the municipalities of A Coruña, Ferrol and Baiona exercise their recognised municipal powers.
The delimitation of municipal powers in the Spanish legal landscape is analysed, based on the distinction between own powers and delegated powers, in accordance with Law 7/1985, regulating the bases of local government. It addresses the relevance of the municipality as the territorial entity closest to citizens and its role in the territorial organisation of the State, reflected in the differentiated allocation of powers between public administrations. With regard to powers, it covers their material content, the principles that inform their exercise, as well as their limits and forms of management. A comparative study of the two types of municipal powers is also carried out. Subsequently, a jurisprudential analysis of the most important concepts is carried out, mainly in relation to local autonomy. Finally, a review is carried out of the powers exercised, the manner and the means by which the municipalities of A Coruña, Ferrol and Baiona exercise their recognised municipal powers.
Direction
VILLANUEVA TURNES, ALEJANDRO (Tutorships)
VILLANUEVA TURNES, ALEJANDRO (Tutorships)
Court
VILLANUEVA TURNES, ALEJANDRO (Student’s tutor)
VILLANUEVA TURNES, ALEJANDRO (Student’s tutor)
Effects of COVID-19 on the labor market
Authorship
P.Q.R.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
P.Q.R.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.13.2026 09:30
02.13.2026 09:30
Summary
This study analyzes the evolution of the Spanish labor market between 2016 and 2024, focusing on the paradigm shift that took place after the COVID-19 health crisis. It is observed how internal flexibility mechanisms, ERTEs, and the 2021 Labor Reform managed to decouple the fall in GDP from job destruction and reduce structural temporary employment. The research reveals the existence of various vulnerabilities, such as an underlying quality crisis characterized by the loss of purchasing power, the impact of work-related stress on productivity, and the risk of technological polarization within the workforce.
This study analyzes the evolution of the Spanish labor market between 2016 and 2024, focusing on the paradigm shift that took place after the COVID-19 health crisis. It is observed how internal flexibility mechanisms, ERTEs, and the 2021 Labor Reform managed to decouple the fall in GDP from job destruction and reduce structural temporary employment. The research reveals the existence of various vulnerabilities, such as an underlying quality crisis characterized by the loss of purchasing power, the impact of work-related stress on productivity, and the risk of technological polarization within the workforce.
Direction
REY SUAREZ, PEDRO MARIA (Tutorships)
REY SUAREZ, PEDRO MARIA (Tutorships)
Court
REY SUAREZ, PEDRO MARIA (Student’s tutor)
REY SUAREZ, PEDRO MARIA (Student’s tutor)
El silencio administrativo
Authorship
A.R.V.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
A.R.V.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.13.2026 13:00
02.13.2026 13:00
Summary
This final degree project studies administrative silence and its performance in the face of administrative inactivity. It is regulated in Law 39/2015 of October 1 on the Common Administrative Procedure of public administrations. Through this analysis it is intended to study the function that different resources play as instruments of control of administrative action and as insurance of the citizen's right against the administration. The work is structured in different blocks in which, after the development of the origin and concept, the different resources in the current regulations are analyzed, especially the appeal appeal, the optional appeal for reconsideration and the extraordinary appeal for review. On the other hand, relevant elements are studied such as filing and resolution deadlines, as well as legal effects derived from its estimation or rejection. The methodology used is based on analyzing the applicable regulations and is complemented by the study of jurisprudence and doctrine. This allows us to show a systematic and practical vision. Finally, a series of critical considerations are included about the real effectiveness of administrative resources and their role within the system of guarantees of the administrative procedure. Finally, conclusions are drawn in which an assessment is made of the importance of administrative resources within the administrative procedure and the different practical difficulties that may arise in their use.
This final degree project studies administrative silence and its performance in the face of administrative inactivity. It is regulated in Law 39/2015 of October 1 on the Common Administrative Procedure of public administrations. Through this analysis it is intended to study the function that different resources play as instruments of control of administrative action and as insurance of the citizen's right against the administration. The work is structured in different blocks in which, after the development of the origin and concept, the different resources in the current regulations are analyzed, especially the appeal appeal, the optional appeal for reconsideration and the extraordinary appeal for review. On the other hand, relevant elements are studied such as filing and resolution deadlines, as well as legal effects derived from its estimation or rejection. The methodology used is based on analyzing the applicable regulations and is complemented by the study of jurisprudence and doctrine. This allows us to show a systematic and practical vision. Finally, a series of critical considerations are included about the real effectiveness of administrative resources and their role within the system of guarantees of the administrative procedure. Finally, conclusions are drawn in which an assessment is made of the importance of administrative resources within the administrative procedure and the different practical difficulties that may arise in their use.
Direction
VILLANUEVA TURNES, ALEJANDRO (Tutorships)
VILLANUEVA TURNES, ALEJANDRO (Tutorships)
Court
VILLANUEVA TURNES, ALEJANDRO (Student’s tutor)
VILLANUEVA TURNES, ALEJANDRO (Student’s tutor)
Employment relationships of professional athletes, limits of employment status and the obligation to participate in national teams.
Authorship
G.T.B.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
G.T.B.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.13.2026 10:30
02.13.2026 10:30
Summary
This final degree project analyzes the peculiarities of labor relations involving professional athletes. To this end, multiple doctrinal references have been examined, along with legislation applicable to this special employment relationship, including collective bargaining agreements, as well as significant case law on the different topics discussed throughout the text. The structure of the project is divided into four chapters. The first, entitled “The special nature of the employment relationship of professional athletes. Defining characteristics,” provides a brief introduction to the basic applicable regulations and analyzes the reasons why professional athletes require a special employment relationship. The second chapter examines Royal Decree 1006/1985, analyzing the content of each article and its impact on the working conditions of professional athletes. Among other aspects, it studies the rights and duties of professional athletes, everything related to their employment contracts, and temporary transfers, the latter being one of the most notable peculiarities of this employment relationship. The third chapter addresses the obligation of professional athletes to report to their national teams when called up. On the one hand, it includes a brief analysis of the applicable legislation and, on the other, it presents the case of several Spanish footballers who decided to renounce national team duty, such as Nacho, Oleguer Presas, and Gerard Piqué. Finally, the fourth and last chapter analyzes certain particularities regarding Social Security matters affecting professional athletes. It is divided into three subsections: the first deals with temporary incapacity, the second with permanent incapacity, and the third with unemployment.
This final degree project analyzes the peculiarities of labor relations involving professional athletes. To this end, multiple doctrinal references have been examined, along with legislation applicable to this special employment relationship, including collective bargaining agreements, as well as significant case law on the different topics discussed throughout the text. The structure of the project is divided into four chapters. The first, entitled “The special nature of the employment relationship of professional athletes. Defining characteristics,” provides a brief introduction to the basic applicable regulations and analyzes the reasons why professional athletes require a special employment relationship. The second chapter examines Royal Decree 1006/1985, analyzing the content of each article and its impact on the working conditions of professional athletes. Among other aspects, it studies the rights and duties of professional athletes, everything related to their employment contracts, and temporary transfers, the latter being one of the most notable peculiarities of this employment relationship. The third chapter addresses the obligation of professional athletes to report to their national teams when called up. On the one hand, it includes a brief analysis of the applicable legislation and, on the other, it presents the case of several Spanish footballers who decided to renounce national team duty, such as Nacho, Oleguer Presas, and Gerard Piqué. Finally, the fourth and last chapter analyzes certain particularities regarding Social Security matters affecting professional athletes. It is divided into three subsections: the first deals with temporary incapacity, the second with permanent incapacity, and the third with unemployment.
Direction
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Tutorships)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Tutorships)
Court
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Student’s tutor)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Student’s tutor)
What we don't see when selecting: the automation of implicit biases
Authorship
A.V.P.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
A.V.P.
Bachelor's degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources
Defense date
02.13.2026 10:30
02.13.2026 10:30
Summary
This work analyzes how implicit biases, both human and technological, affect recruitment processes, focusing particularly on gender inequalities. Through a review of articles and real-world cases, it examines how implicit biases shape recruiters' judgment and how these prejudices are transferred to artificial intelligence. The results show that, far from being neutral, automation can amplify past discrimination if trained with biased data. The paper concludes that, while the new European Regulation on artificial intelligence is a step forward, true fairness in recruitment processes requires critical and constant human oversight, along with an ethical commitment to prevent algorithms from becoming a new barrier to employment.
This work analyzes how implicit biases, both human and technological, affect recruitment processes, focusing particularly on gender inequalities. Through a review of articles and real-world cases, it examines how implicit biases shape recruiters' judgment and how these prejudices are transferred to artificial intelligence. The results show that, far from being neutral, automation can amplify past discrimination if trained with biased data. The paper concludes that, while the new European Regulation on artificial intelligence is a step forward, true fairness in recruitment processes requires critical and constant human oversight, along with an ethical commitment to prevent algorithms from becoming a new barrier to employment.
Direction
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Tutorships)
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Tutorships)
Court
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Student’s tutor)
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Student’s tutor)