Scottish Greens call for widespread adoption of four-day work week
Maggie Chapman MSP, highlighted benefits such as improved work-life balance and increased productivity.
The Scottish Greens have urged the UK and Scottish Governments to support businesses considering a four-day work week.
The party’s workers’ rights spokesperson, Maggie Chapman MSP, highlighted benefits such as improved work-life balance and increased productivity.
The Greens have already implemented a four-day week for their staff with positive feedback.
Chapman said: “Every worker deserves to have a good work-life balance, and a four day week without loss of pay is a proven way of providing that.
“The Easter bank holidays will give workers all over the country more time to spend with their families, friends and loved ones, or simply to relax.
“That should be normal rather than being an exception.”
Chapman added: “The path to a four day week will be different for every company and organisation.
“That’s why we want to see more trials across different sectors and are urging the Scottish and UK governments to offer more support for those making the change.
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