Hungary's new 'slave law' risks first general strike since the fall of communism Passed in December, the modification of the country's labor code could add two extra hours to an average work day. That's the equivalent of an extra working day per week. It has sparked intense disapproval from opposition groups, with non-stop protests taking place across the country in recent weeks. Sam Meredith | @smeredith19 Published 1 Hour Ago CNBC.com Demonstrators seen holding their smartphone lights during a protest in Heroes Square against the enactment of a recent labor law, also called the 'Slave Law' as it allows employers to increase workers' duty time. Omar Marques | SOPA Images | LightRocket via Getty Images Demonstrators seen holding their smartphone lights during a protest in Heroes Square against the enactment of a recent labor law,