The case for a four-day week
Hosted by the International Inequalities Institute
Wednesday 23 October 2024, 6:30pm – 8:00pm. In-person and online event. Hong Kong Theatre, Clement House.
Speakers:
Joe Ryle, Director of the 4 Day Week Campaign
Fran Heathcote, General Secretary of the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS)
Professor Kirsten Sehnbruch, British Academy Global Professor and Distinguished Policy Fellow, LSE III
Chair:
Dr Tania Burchardt, Associate Director of the Centre for Analysis of Social Exclusion (CASE), Deputy Director of STICERD, and Associate Professor in the Department of Social Policy, LSE
Rising numbers of employers worldwide are switching to a four-day week, making workers happier and organisations stronger. A four-day week with no loss of pay gives workers the time to live happier and more fulfilled lives, allowing for the parts of life that are often neglected, such as rest, parenting and leisure. It has significant benefits for businesses, as real-world examples show that employers who move to a four-day week improve productivity and cut costs. Research also shows that introducing a 4 day week could reduce the UK's carbon footprint by 127 million tonnes per year. This event will discuss how businesses, charities, and councils can reap the benefits of introducing smarter working. Our panel will present the academic evidence for the benefits of introducing a four-day week, and discuss practical ways to make the change.
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