Imminent Implementation of the 40 Hours Labour Law (Law Nr. 21.561)
Main aspects of the law:
1- Progressive reduction of the workday to 44 hours in April 2024, 42 in April 2026, and 40 hours in April 2028.
2- Reform of positions exempt from the workday limit and review of disputes by the Labour Directorate.
3- Creation of 4-week cycles averaging 40 hours with a maximum of 45 hours. For unionized workers, agreement with the union is required, and the maximum may be 52 hours.
4- 2-hour time bands for mothers and fathers of children up to 12 years old.
5- Weekly schedule 4×3 distributing a maximum of 40 hours over 4 weekly days.
6- Overtime compensation for up to 5 additional days of annual holiday.
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