Summary
THERE are times when the idea of a shorter working week sounds appealing. But reality has bitten in recent months, with more Scots being asked to work fewer hours for less pay as employers seek to cut costs.
More than half of all UK workers have taken a cut in pay, a reduction in hours or a loss of benefits since the recession began, according to the Keep Britain Working Campaign. And Keith Dryburgh, policy officer at Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS), said evidence from bureaux across Scotland indicated the struggle faced by workers coming to terms with smaller pay packets.See the full content of this document
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Coping with the Real Threat of a Drop in Income
"Many employees are having their hours reduced, overtime is being refused and some people are even being asked to work longer hours - but for the same money," said Dryburgh. "We understand that employers are feeling the pressure, just like everyone else. But...
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