Background on Concanaco Servytur and its Relevance
Concanaco Servytur, the National Chamber of Commerce, Services and Tourism, is a prominent organization representing businesses in Mexico. As the voice of commerce, services, and tourism sectors, its opinions carry significant weight in shaping labor policies. Octavio de la Torre Stéffano, the president of Concanaco Servytur, recently expressed concerns regarding the proposed 40-hour workweek.
Concanaco Servytur’s Stance on the 40-Hour Workweek
Unprepared for Change:
During the Sixth Forum for the Implementation of the 40-Hour Week, Octavio de la Torre Stéffano emphasized that the service, commerce, and tourism sectors are not ready to implement a reduced workweek, even gradually. He stated, “At this point in history, definitively, our sector cannot implement this proposal for reduced working hours, not even gradually, especially when the proposal is merely placed on the table without any accompanying measures to support the formal economy.”
Lack of Confidence in Gradual Implementation:
According to a survey conducted by Concanaco Servytur, 56.7% of affiliated companies oppose the 40-hour workweek, even with a phased approach. De la Torre pointed out that without real supporting tools, the phased implementation does not instill confidence.
Proposed Measures by Concanaco Servytur
Despite their reservations, Concanaco Servytur suggested that any implementation should be differentiated based on company size, industry, and geographical location. Among the proposed measures are:
- Capping taxes and contributions at 40 hours
- Eliminating payroll tax
- Establishing a 40-hour effective workweek (without breaks)
- Full deduction of salary payments
- Adequate regulation for hourly wage payment
Key Questions and Answers
- Question: Why is Concanaco Servytur hesitant to implement the 40-hour workweek?
- Question: What percentage of affiliated companies support the 40-hour workweek?
- Question: What measures has Concanaco Servytur proposed for the 40-hour workweek implementation?
Answer: Concanaco Servytur believes that the service, commerce, and tourism sectors are not prepared for such a change due to their reliance on business openings. They also express concerns about the lack of accompanying measures to support the formal economy.
Answer: Only 43.3% of Concanaco Servytur’s affiliated companies support the implementation of a 40-hour workweek, with 56.7% opposing it.
Answer: Concanaco Servytur has suggested capping taxes and contributions at 40 hours, eliminating payroll tax, establishing a 40-hour effective workweek without breaks, full deduction of salary payments, and adequate regulation for hourly wage payment.
