# Australian dock workers demand 28-hour workweek in AI negotiations

Dock workers in Australia are calling for a 28-hour workweek as part of negotiations over the impact of artificial intelligence on their jobs. The union argues that AI-driven automation should lead to shorter hours rather than layoffs, aiming to redistribute work and preserve employment. This push could set a precedent for labor talks in other industries facing automation.

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- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd95wendvdeo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:06:12 GMT