Brazil: Senate approved Social Affairs Committee request to discuss the rights and benefits of connected app workers

On 2 April 2025, the Senate approved the Social Affairs Committee's Request No. 8/2025 for a public hearing. The request aims to address the Terms of Platform Occupation (TOP) and highlights the need to discuss labour protections, social security entitlements, and safety concerns for professionals engaged with digital platforms, particularly drivers and motorcycle couriers. The hearing seeks to explore employment classifications, remuneration structures, and the often complex dynamics between platforms and workers.