Initiative proposed in CDMX
The proposal consists of adding a paragraph to numeral 3 and a subsection F) to numeral 4 of Section B of Article 10 of the Political Constitution of Mexico City, to formally recognize the aforementioned right in the capital.
“In this way, we also ensure that the authorities promote and respect this right, thereby protecting the psychosocial health of workers and facilitating a personal life free of intrusion outside of working hours,” the document reads.
What does the LFT say?
Article 330-E, Section VI, of the Federal Labor Law (LFT) establishes that employers must respect the right to disconnect of employees who work remotely. This means that, at the end of the work day, employees are not required to respond to work requests, such as answering emails, calls or messages.
This provision seeks to ensure a balance between personal and work life, protecting employees’ free time once their work schedule has ended.
The proposal was sent to the corresponding committees of the third legislature of the Congress of Mexico City. Once it is analyzed, a ruling will be issued to the plenary for discussion and, subsequently, it will be taken to the full Congress for possible approval.
