Do you work during the celebrations for National Holidays? Read the following note to find out in which cases you could receive extra compensation for working during holidays.
July is synonymous with celebration. Characterized as the patriotic month, it is during these dates that one of the most important events in Peruvian history is remembered: the anniversary of independence. That is why the government declared the anniversary of independence as a national holiday. July 28th and 29thThese days are designed so that citizens can enjoy recreational activities or spend time with their families. However, there are workers who must fulfill their work obligations during these holidays.
According to the rules issued by the Ministry of Labor and Employment Promotion (MTPE)There are specific regulations for workers who work on holidays, including compensation and substitute rest.
Fiestas Patrias: What is the additional payment I will receive if I work during these days?
Working on the holidays of July 28 and 29 implies receiving additional remuneration. According to the regulations of the MTPEthe worker is entitled to receive a payment of 100% of his/her additional daily wage. This is broken down into the regular payment for the day worked, plus a 100% additional for working on a holiday. For example, if a worker receives a daily salary of 100 soles, and works on July 28 or 29, he or she should receive 200 soles per day worked.
If I receive a substitute day of rest instead of the holiday, am I entitled to additional payment?
He MTPE It establishes that, instead of the additional payment, the worker can opt for a day of substitute rest. This rest period must be granted effectively. In this case, the worker will receive his normal salary for the day worked and, in addition, will enjoy the day of rest at a later date.
What are the remaining holidays and non-working days in 2024?
- Friday, July 26: non-working day for the public sector
- Sunday, July 28: Independence Day
- Monday, July 29: National Holidays
- Tuesday, August 6: Battle of JunÃn
- Friday, August 30: Saint Rose of Lima
- Monday, October 7: non-working day for the public sector
- Tuesday, October 8: Battle of Angamos
- Friday, November 1: All Saints’ Day
- Sunday, December 8: Immaculate Conception
- Friday, December 6: non-working day for the public sector
- Monday, December 9: Battle of Ayacucho
- Wednesday, December 25: Christmas
- Monday, December 23: non-working day for the public sector
- Tuesday, December 24: non-working day for the public sector
- Monday, December 30: non-working day for the public sector
- Tuesday, December 31: non-working day for the public sector
If I am a private sector worker, can I rest on a day declared as non-working?
Yes, as a private sector worker, you can rest in a Holiday if you agree with your employer. These non-working days are different from national holidays and their implementation depends on the agreement between the parties. If you decide to work, you will have to make up for the hours not worked at a later date, as agreed.
Source: Larepublica
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