Nearly 8 in 10 Singapore employers say no to 4-day work week: Survey

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Some are worried about operational feasibility and implications that may not align with business needs.

Global public relations firm Grayling, which has an office in Singapore, has piloted a 4.5 day work week for Singapore employees since August 2023.

It found that only 5 per cent out of the 330 employers polled said they would instigate a four-day week, noting that it would improve employee well-being and job satisfaction.

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Category: EconomyBusiness

Markets: SingaporeAustraliaIrelandNew ZealandSouth Africa

Topics: Employers Operational Four-day Employees Singapore Survey Cent Week Feasibility Business Work

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Published On: 2024-11-01 @ 18:19:16 (4 hours ago)

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