The future

Obviously, reducing work hours is not the only solution for a number of issues.It won’t work for each job in each industry, especially in client-centered positions, possibly extending imbalances.

Additionally, significant upfront organization may be required to streamline working practices.

However Stronge says the Icelandic examination shows that eliminating a couple of hours from the week’s worth of work “appears to have an effect, as a matter of fact”.