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In Belgium, the practice that allows workers to work 4 days a week instead of 5 has started today.

The regulation, which came into effect after the parties that formed the coalition government in June, agreed on reforms in the working life, came into force today.

Under the regulation, employees will be able to request 4 days off from their employer. If the employee wants and agrees with the employer, he can complete the 38-hour work week in 4 days instead of 5 days.

Those who can take advantage of this opportunity will be able to take 3 days off on the weekend or use an additional 1 day off during the week. This opportunity can last for 6 months as a result of the agreement with the employer. The contract can be extended by mutual agreement at the end of 6 months.

Employers have the right to waive such a request. However, the refusal is required to be based on good cause.

Some organizations criticize the practice and draw attention to the disadvantages of concentrating the workload on 4 days instead of 5 days in terms of workplaces. In addition, it is stated that workers may be away from home for long periods of time after working long hours and this may have negative effects. (AA)

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