What's stopping the UK getting a four-day-work week? - Raconteur

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The scheme aims to connect businesses that are interested in impl 92% nting a four day week with experts and consultants to guide them through the transition.

The the 4 Day Week Campaign ims that “hundreds” more companies are now talking about the idea.

But there are still major obstacles to overcome if the four day-week is to change the way business works four-day week onomy.

Knights Absorb, a health and safety specialist training organisation, was involved in the UK’s recent trial but decided to return to a five-day week.

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