South Cambridgeshire district council has voted to adopt a permanent four-day workweek, being the first local authority in the UK to do so. This decision aligns with a growing trend where over 200 private-sector businesses have also been implementing shorter workweeks without pay reductions, showing positive outcomes in service delivery and employee retention. Campaigners aim to persuade at least 24 more councils to consider this model, inspired by the successful trials that various companies conducted, resulting in continued commitment to this work pattern.
South Cambridgeshire district council has voted to become the first local authority in the UK to permanently adopt a four-day week model, demonstrating the potential success for councils.
Independent analysis reported improvements in service delivery and significant enhancements in recruitment and retention as a result of transitioning to a four-day workweek.
Campaigners have identified at least 24 councils as potential adopters of the four-day week, believing that several are close to making a similar decision.
More than 200 firms across various sectors have recently implemented a four-day week, following the success of the world's largest trial, which showcased viability.
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