A public sector 4-day workweek trial had practically no drawbacks, researchers found

• A four-day work week trial at a UK council cut staff turnover by 39%, researchers from two universities said.
• The council saved almost $500,000, and worker mental health and motivation improved.
• The experiment showed improved or stable performance in 22 of 24 areas.

A four-day workweek reduces staff turnover, improves employee mental health, and saves money, according to the largest public sector trial held in the UK.