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Conservative Party Moves to Ban Four-Day Workweek Amid Criticism

4/10/2026

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The Conservative Party plans to ban council staff from a four-day workweek, arguing it offers poor value for taxpayers.
Sir James Cleverly, the shadow local government secretary, criticized the policy.
South Cambridgeshire District Council reports improved performance and cost savings since adopting the four-day model in 2023.
Labour and Green Party leaders oppose the ban, citing morale and productivity gains from reduced-hour workweeks.

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Story summary

The Conservative Party plans to ban council staff from a four-day workweek, arguing it offers poor value for taxpayers.
Sir James Cleverly, the shadow local government secretary, criticized the policy.
South Cambridgeshire District Council reports improved performance and cost savings since adopting the four-day model in 2023.
Labour and Green Party leaders oppose the ban, citing morale and productivity gains from reduced-hour workweeks.