He Day of the Dead It is one of the most emblematic celebrations in Mexico, since the tradition has endured since pre-Hispanic times. This anniversary is celebrated on November 1 and 2, during which families usually go to the cemeteries to visit people who are no longer with us, in addition to making altars with offerings to honor their visit.
Likewise, the country’s schools usually pause their daily activities to hold festivals around the Day of the Dead, with the aim of promoting culture in students.
Relevant information for the country’s workers is knowledge of the days that must be paid double or triple because they are considered mandatory rest days. In this context, each holiday raises concern in the workplace. Find out here what the Federal Labor Law (LFT) says about working the first days of November.
Should I get paid more for working on the Day of the Dead?
He article 74 of the Federal Labor Law (LFT) establishes which festivities are considered obligatory rest, only on these ones must pay extra to the normal salary income, if one works. In the case of obtaining rest, it is given with pay.
In accordance with the provisions of the article, the Day of the Dead is not considered a day off, therefore, it is not the obligation of employers to provide extra income to their workers.
However, according to the modality of each company, company or institution, in some cases the working day is reduced.
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