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The benefits of a four-day working week, without loss of pay, can outweigh the cons for both businesses and staff.
Net benefits depend on how workers use the long weekend.
Not only could less work pay for itself by boosting productivity, it’s necessary for human and planetary well-being.
UK emissions are around 23% lower on a holiday compared to a working day.
A trial of a four-day working week shows that employees felt better about their job, were more engaged and reported better work-life balance and less stress.
Work dominates many of our lives, often in ways that are detrimental to our health and well-being.
The idea of a four-day workweek sounds great, and many companies have tested or even implemented it, citing happier, healthier workers. But here’s why it may not be healthy.
Some public schools have switched to a four-day school week. What does it change?
Why three-day weekends are not only feasible but the basis of a better standard of life.
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