Rejected petition Make Monday a weekend day for schools

Reduce the school week from 5 days to 4 days and make Monday the weekend day

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Many children despise Mondays and need an extra day off for reduced stress and anxiety.

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You may wish to sign this petition, which calls for a similar action: "Reduce the school week to four days a week" https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/727514

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Date submitted 20 September 2025
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