“Those who work also deserve time to live. Let's celebrate,” says Lula, after the end of the 6x1 shift
President celebrates the approval of the PEC in the Senate, highlights popular mobilization and states that workers will have more time to rest, accompany their children and...
TL;DR
- The Brazilian Senate approved PEC 221/2019, ending the 6x1 work shift.
- The maximum work week will gradually decrease from 44 to 40 hours.
- Workers will receive two paid days off per week.
- Salaries will be maintained despite the reduced working hours.
- President Lula celebrated the approval, emphasizing popular mobilization and improved quality of life for workers.
- The reduction will happen in two phases: 42 hours after two months and 40 hours after 14 months.
- The approval occurred shortly before the presidential election's second round.