September 2025 was marked by the issuance of new regulations and draft policies relevant to labor management within companies. Below is a summary of the main developments issued by the Ministry of Labor, with direct implications for the business sector:

1. Resolution 3461 of 2025 of the Ministry of Labor – Workplace Coexistence Committees

The Ministry of Labor repealed Resolutions 652 and 1356 of 2012 and introduced a new regulatory framework for the establishment and operation of Workplace Coexistence Committees in both public and private entities.

• Updated guidelines for the composition and operation of these committees.
• Reinforced responsibilities for employers and Occupational Risk Administrators (ARLs) in implementing preventive and corrective measures against workplace harassment.
• Companies must revise their internal regulations and coexistence protocols to ensure compliance with this resolution.

2. Circular 093 of 2025 of the Ministry of Labor – Flexible Social Security Contributions

Circular 093 implements the flexible contribution scheme established under the Labor Reform (Law 2466 of 2025).

• Allow workers earning less than one legal monthly minimum wage (SMLMV) to contribute to the Comprehensive Social Security System on a daily or weekly basis.
• Facilitates the inclusion of workers with intermittent or short-term occupations.
• Employers must adapt their payroll systems and reporting mechanisms to the Integrated Contribution Settlement Form (PILA) to ensure compliance.

3. Circular 101 of 2025 of the Ministry of Labor – Guidelines on Working Hours

The Ministry issued Circular 101 to guide the proper implementation of the Labor Reform regarding working hours:

• Regulates limits on overtime and the registration of extra hours.
• Clarifies rules applicable to domestic workers and compensation for mandatory rest days.
• Establishes standards for piecework and time tracking to unify interpretation criteria and reduce legal risks.

4. Draft Regulations Under Public Consultation

The Ministry of Labor has opened the following draft regulations for public comment:

• Draft Decree on Internships and Apprenticeship Contracts: Regulates Law 1780 of 2016 and Article 81 of the Labor Code (CST), aligned with the Labor Reform (Law 2466/2025). Aims to provide greater legal certainty for the hiring of interns and apprentices.
• Draft Resolution on National Sectoral Commissions for Occupational Health and Safety: Restructures the organization and operation of these commissions to strengthen occupational risk prevention and promote tripartite participation (State, employers, and workers).

Recommendations for Employers

• Review and update internal labor regulations, workplace harassment protocols, and coexistence policies in accordance with Resolution 3461.
• Adjust payroll and reporting systems to PILA to incorporate the flexible contribution scheme.
• Implement time tracking mechanisms to ensure compliance with working hour limits and proper compensation for overtime.

At Lloreda & Camacho, we are available to support you in implementing these regulatory changes and adapting your policies, regulations, and labor processes to ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation for your organization. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require our services.