Opponents Claim £3.3 Million is the Total Bill for Staff Paid But Not at Work

A woke council in South Cambs District is facing backlash for allowing its staff to work a four-day week on full pay, costing taxpayers a staggering £3.3 million annually. Critics argue that this amount represents the payment for hours not worked by the employees.

Lib Dem Leader Defends Controversial Trial

Bridget Smith, the leader of the Liberal Democrat-run council, defends the controversial trial, claiming that it has allowed them to fill staff vacancies and save £760,000 in agency fees. However, the Conservative opposition leader, Heather Williams, argues that the four-day week negatively impacts residents and shows "complete contempt" for the majority of South Cambridgeshire residents.

Services Affected, Taxpayers Paying More

Richard Williams, a Tory councilor, points out that the reduced work week has affected services such as waste collection, which has resulted in higher costs for taxpayers. He urges the council to abandon the "ridiculous and expensive trial."

Government Demands an End to the Experiment

The government has criticized the council for failing to meet performance targets and has demanded that they terminate the trial. The council has been asked to comment on the situation.