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01/09/2011
Workers 'Would Sacrifice Pay For Three-day Weekend'
Most UK workers would sacrifice a day's pay in exchange for a three-day weekend, according to research published on Thursday.
According to a study by HR consultant Reabur, 51% of those on full time employment would be prepared to lose a day’s pay in return for a longer weekend.
The survey of 1,200 workers found a further 14% would sacrifice half a day’s wages to finish work at lunchtime on Friday, while 4% would like Monday mornings off.
Only 9% of workers said they were "happy" with their five-day week, while 14% would have a longer weekend but not in exchange for a reduction in salary.
Georgina Read, co-managing director of Reabur.com said: "Many companies do offer a shorter working day on a Friday, as people tend to 'wind down' at the end of the week, but it is unlikely starting late on a Monday would be considered an alternative offering as many employers will expect their staff to feel reenergised and ready to go ‘full steam’ into the week ahead.
"The respondents who wanted their weekend extended to four days, and willing to reduce their pay, could make a flexible working request to their employer, but do need to consider how their request could impact on the business."
(DW/BMcC)
According to a study by HR consultant Reabur, 51% of those on full time employment would be prepared to lose a day’s pay in return for a longer weekend.
The survey of 1,200 workers found a further 14% would sacrifice half a day’s wages to finish work at lunchtime on Friday, while 4% would like Monday mornings off.
Only 9% of workers said they were "happy" with their five-day week, while 14% would have a longer weekend but not in exchange for a reduction in salary.
Georgina Read, co-managing director of Reabur.com said: "Many companies do offer a shorter working day on a Friday, as people tend to 'wind down' at the end of the week, but it is unlikely starting late on a Monday would be considered an alternative offering as many employers will expect their staff to feel reenergised and ready to go ‘full steam’ into the week ahead.
"The respondents who wanted their weekend extended to four days, and willing to reduce their pay, could make a flexible working request to their employer, but do need to consider how their request could impact on the business."
(DW/BMcC)
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