WLB in history

• Nineteenth century to first half of the twentieth century: workers and labour unions campaigned for a cap on the maximum working hours
• First half to mid-twentieth century: laws and regulations regarding the prohibition of child labour, setting of minimum hourly wage and maximum work per week
• Mid to end of the twentieth century: the emergence of scientifical research and theoretical currents in the field of WLB
• End of the twentieth century to present: recognition of WLB as a major issue for employers and employees