"Sir James Cleverly criticized the four-day workweek for council staff, stating it is an 'insult' and emphasizing the need for public servants to deliver value for money."
"South Cambridgeshire District Council reported a 41% decrease in staff turnover since implementing the four-day workweek, with voluntary leavers dropping from 83 in 2022 to 49 in 2024."
"The council noted a 123% increase in job applications, rising from an average of 4.7 per role in 2022 to 10.5 per role in the 2024-25 financial year."
"The policy is claimed to have saved £399,000 in agency worker fees and is projected to save an additional £270,000 by increasing staff capacity and effectiveness."
A Conservative government intends to legislate against council staff working a four-day week for five days' pay, labeling it an insult to public finances. In contrast, South Cambridgeshire District Council, led by the Liberal Democrats, has adopted a four-day workweek since 2023, resulting in a 41% reduction in staff turnover and a 123% increase in job applications. The council claims significant savings from reduced agency fees and operational costs, arguing that the policy enhances staff effectiveness and allows for potential headcount reductions.
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