Working Time Brazil’s President Lula considers shorter working week Challenge will be turning public momentum into legislation without triggering business backlash iStock.com/marchello74 Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Wednesday 04 March 2026 Ahead of nationwide elections, Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is looking to invoke an urgent bill to push through changes to the country’s six day working week. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Politics Brazil clamps down on employer election harassment Health & Safety New regulation aims to address Brazil’s growing mental health crisis Modern Slavery Starbucks accused of misleading consumers over anti-forced labour measures Disputes What to expect from Brazil’s labour landscape in 2026