The forthcoming legislation aims to grant workers the right to compressed hours, allowing them to fulfill their contracted hours in just four days instead of five, thus potentially revamping the traditional workweek.
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner’s initiative seeks not only to empower employees with more flexible working options, but also obliges employers to comply unless proving 'not reasonably feasible,' a significant shift in worker rights.
Critics, including Conservative shadow business secretary Kevin Hollinrake, argue that these proposed changes could lead to higher operational costs for businesses, suggesting they have not taken industry warnings seriously, which could hinder economic growth.
The Department for Business and Trade reassured that any changes to employment law will involve consultations with businesses, emphasizing a collaborative approach to ensure that work conditions support sustained economic growth.
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