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Exclusive: Defra work culture in spotlight

With increased workloads putting extra pressure on civil servants, Rachael Brown spoke to employees about calls for a four-day week trial

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Exclusive: Defra work culture in spotlight

Poor staff retention is exacerbating the stressful environment and increased workload say staff working for Defra, with calls for a four-day week trial to retain talent and attract new people into the...

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