The AVP fraction has clarified that the recent motion passed in Aruba’s Parliament regarding a shorter workweek does not represent a new law, and no immediate changes will be made to the number of working days.
According to AVP, the motion only serves as a signal for government to begin dialogue with labor unions and stakeholders about the current weekly schedule in the labor market. A motion in Parliament can either guide government policy or mandate the drafting of a concept law. In this case, it is the first step toward opening discussions, not implementing direct changes.
The party emphasized that before any concrete proposal reaches Parliament, experts would need to conduct studies, review best practices from other countries, and assess feasibility. This process could take years. Afterward, any draft law would pass through the Council of Advice (RvA), stakeholder consultations, and government revisions before returning to Parliament for a vote. Only if approved could it become official law.
AVP stressed that there is no set date or plan for implementation, and the motion is simply an expression of interest inspired by developments abroad and concern for workers’ wellbeing. The party also highlighted that the motion is unrelated to the recent minimum wage increase, as the two matters are entirely separate.
AVP reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accurate communication, ensuring that the community remains informed at every stage of the process.
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