Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 June 2020
144. Deputy Patricia Ryan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if a trial of a four-day working week will be introduced on a voluntary basis in Departments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10606/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe national campaign for a 4 day week relates to a significant change to working time in Ireland for the entire workforce in both the public and private sectors. In terms of introducing a four day week in the civil and public service there are significant considerations to be taken account of including potential impacts on service provision to the public and any additional costs to the Exchequer.
It is worth noting that the Civil Service is a leading employer in the field of flexible working. Approximately 17% of the Civil Service workforce avail of flexible work arrangements which includes work-sharing patterns and the shorter worker year scheme.
