World’s biggest four-day working week trial ends in success - BBC News

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21 Feb 202302:52

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TLDRThe world's largest trial of a four-day working week, involving 61 UK companies, has concluded successfully. Employee well-being improved significantly, with reduced stress and fatigue, and no negative impact on company performance. The trial, which saw staff work 80% of their usual hours while receiving 100% of their pay, has become permanent for some firms. It highlights the potential for a shift towards alternative work schedules that could address productivity issues and improve work-life balance.

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