Brazilian workers look forward to more family time as Congress backs end of 6‑day work schedule
The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies approved a proposal to end the 6 × 1 work regime, which provides a single day of rest after six consecutive workdays. The measure still requires Senate approval before it takes effect.
Workers in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo said they plan to use the additional day off for family activities. A sandwich‑shop attendant hopes to take her daughters to the beach, a pharmacy clerk wants more hikes in the Tijuca Forest with his son, and a young mother looks forward to regular pediatric visits for her baby. Others mentioned using the extra day for studies, such as a newspaper‑vendor preparing for a nursing course.
The change is expected to give millions of employees two paid rest days per week, aligning Brazil with other sectors that already enjoy a five‑day workweek.