[HIGHLIGHTS] German companies are testing a four-day week – advantages and problems

German companies are testing a four-day week – advantages and problems. As of: February 1, 2024, 12:00 p.m By: Marco Blanco Ucles CommentsPressSplit After several other countries, Germany is now testing the four- day week with 50 companies.

Experts explain the advantages and disadvantages of the new system. In a survey by the union-affiliated Hans Böckler Foundation, over 80 percent of people said they would like a four day week. In Belgium, the 40 hours of working time can be divided into four days instead of five.