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Could the 4-day working week revolutionise local government? π
The new Labour government has dropped opposition to a local council's introduction of the 4-day working week, sparking a lively debate and potentially paving the way for other local authorities π£οΈ
After a trial period, where workers carried out 100% of their work in 80% of contracted hours, for 100% of their pay, the council reported improvements in many of their services and overall productivity; as well as recruitment and retention, health and wellbeing π
However, not everyone is convinced π₯ Formal concerns were issued regarding the delivery of public services, response times and availability β
Is this a forward-thinking step towards modernising public sector work, or a risky move that could impact vital community services? Share your thoughts below π
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