Historic 4-day work week dream crumbles

Historic 4-day work week dream crumbles

An Australian council which planned to implement a groundbreaking four-day work week at full pay for its staff has walked away from the deal after heavy backlash.

Courage is lacking in the decision to abandon plans for a four-day week

COMMENT: Sam Johnson's reversal on Launceston's four-day work week proposal sparks questions about leadership and public service impacts.

Council backs away from 4-day week

City of Launceston Council has ditched its proposal for its staff to work a four-day week. The reversal followed strong community backlash with reports that council workers have been abused by the public resistant to the controversial move. Earlier this month, it was announced council had reached an in-principle agreement with the Australian Services Union which would see its 600 staff work a 30.4-hour four-day week for the same salary. Council …