Because the government didn't set that minimmum, its what society determined over a course of 150 years as to what is "fair". Once the majority of the businesse

Because the government didn't set that minimmum, its what society determined over a course of 150 years as to what is "fair". Once the majority of the businesses by choice start reducing that, and the 32 hour week becomes the norm then sure legislate that for everyone. But it can't be imposed until then. [1]https://www.cultureamp.com/blog/40-hour-work-week https://www.cultureamp.com/blog/40-hour-work-week