Controversy over five-day work week in the United Kingdom

Controversy over five-day work week in the United Kingdom

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The transcript discusses various opinions from major private industries in the UK regarding the implementation of a five-day workweek. Shipbuilders express concerns about potential ruin, while motor and engineering sectors suggest a middle ground with shorter hours but increased production. Nuffield's vice chairman, Miles Thomas, supports the five-day week but emphasizes the need for sufficient work hours and effort to ensure full wages.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern did Sir Robert Johnson express about the five-day workweek?

It would lead to increased productivity.

It might result in eventual ruin.

It would improve employee satisfaction.

It would reduce operational costs.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What solution do the Motor and Light engineering combines propose regarding work hours?

Maintaining current work hours.

Increasing the number of workdays.

Shorter hours with greater production.

Reducing production targets.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Miles Thomas, what is necessary for the five-day week to be successful?

At least 44 hours of work and sufficient effort.

Flexible work schedules.

A reduction in work hours.

Increased employee benefits.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Miles Thomas believe about the British industry's capability to support the five-day week?

It can support it with conditions.

It will require government intervention.

It cannot support it.

It will lead to financial losses.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the consequence of not expending sufficient effort during the 44 hours, according to Miles Thomas?

Employees will receive bonuses.

Work hours will be reduced further.

A full week's wage can still be expected.

No one can expect a full week's wage.