What are the pros and cons of a four day week?

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Question: What are the pros and cons of a four day week?
Position1 of 2›: Four day weeks should be implemented

This position holds that a four-day working week should be adopted. Its arguments contend that shorter hours improve workers' physical and mental health, that the model can save jobs and help firms survive downturns, and that trials have shown it raises productivity rather than lowering output.

Supporting arguments · 3

Four day weeks are healthier
Increasing amounts of research suggest that working longer hours has adverse health impacts, such as fatigue, poor productivity, and decreased morale and job satisfaction. Four day weeks may create a better work-life balance, improving the health of the workforce.
Four day weeks increase productivity
Companies who have adopted four day working weeks have found employees are less stressed and upto 40% more productive when working a four day week. It is averred that the additional day off allows the employee to feel more refreshed when returning.
Four day weeks can help companies survive and save jobs
Covid has caused widespread economic disruption, causing a dip in profits, leading to job losses. A four day week may save companies from having to take such drastic measures to survive.