Half of industry rejects shift to four-day work week

The results come as 17 British businesses are piloting a four-day workweek, sparking debate on work/life balance and efficiency. In last week's PA Asks, 50% of respondents said a four-day work week would not work for them, while 35% said it would. A further 15% were undecided, expressing interest but noting practical challenges. One adviser who was sceptical about a four-day work week said clients expect speedy responses to emails and phone calls. "A four-day workweek wouldn't meet their needs," they said. Another adviser who agreed said it is "impossible" to do in four days what c...