👉 Prefurlough, also known as a "prefurlong," is a term used in the United Kingdom to refer to a period of reduced work hours for employees. This practice has been criticized by some for contributing to job insecurity and decreased productivity among workers. In the UK, prefurlough periods are typically set by government departments or agencies. For example, an employee may be offered prefurlough as part of a new contract with their employer after which they will have 12 months of reduced
