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The newly formed People\u2019s Trade Union plans to push for a four-day work week as one of its first agenda items with Labour Commissioner Eltonia Rojas. Union President Ralph Potter believes it would allow employees to manage personal tasks without needing extra time off, promoting a better work-life balance.<\/p>

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Labour Commissioner Rojas agrees that the concept is feasible, noting that productivity remained high even with reduced hours during the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The union, launched recently, promises a fresh, dynamic approach to negotiations, emphasizing its independence from political influence.<\/p>

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The newly formed People\u2019s Trade Union plans to push for a four-day work week as one of its first agenda items with Labour Commissioner Eltonia Rojas. Union President Ralph Potter believes it would allow employees to manage personal tasks without needing extra time off, promoting a better work-life balance. 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