More than half of office workers would be happy to go in five days a weekMany office workers are willing to renegotiate pay if mandated to return to office more frequently.
More Met staff to strike in flexible working rowCivilian employees with the Metropolitan Police should be allowed to work flexibly from home, according to union leaders.
Hundreds of Met civilian staff begin two-week strike over flexible workingOver 300 Metropolitan Police civilian workers are striking over flexible working dispute, refusing to comply with a new attendance policy threatening pay deductions.
More Met staff to strike in flexible working rowCivilian employees with the Metropolitan Police should be allowed to work flexibly from home, according to union leaders.
Hundreds of Met civilian staff begin two-week strike over flexible workingOver 300 Metropolitan Police civilian workers are striking over flexible working dispute, refusing to comply with a new attendance policy threatening pay deductions.
Labour Ministers Ease Up on Enforcing Three-Day Office Week for Civil ServantsLabour ministers are shifting away from strict office attendance policies while promoting flexible working to enhance productivity and economic growth.
Sadiq Khan fears rise in home-working could 'hollow out' LondonLondon's central economy is suffering due to flexible working; businesses must find ways to enhance office appeal and encourage attendance.
Labour Ministers Ease Up on Enforcing Three-Day Office Week for Civil ServantsLabour ministers are shifting away from strict office attendance policies while promoting flexible working to enhance productivity and economic growth.
Sadiq Khan fears rise in home-working could 'hollow out' LondonLondon's central economy is suffering due to flexible working; businesses must find ways to enhance office appeal and encourage attendance.
How London's Work Culture is Changing Health HabitsLondon's work culture is shifting towards flexibility and mental health emphasis, moving away from the traditional 'always-on' mentality.
Fully Remote Jobs You Can Apply for in February 2025Many employees resist strict return-to-office mandates, preferring the benefits of flexible working.Securing a fully remote job is essential for employees seeking to transition to remote work.
Employees are dead set on flexible working arrangements - three quarters would turn down a role that didn't offer hybrid options as work-life balance becomes more important than payWork-life balance is prioritized over salary in job decisions among workers.Flexible working options have become essential in retaining talent.
Four-day week medical trials just showed huge physical and mental health benefits - staff reported higher wellbeing, less burnout, and better sleepThe four-day work week significantly enhances workers' wellbeing and maintains or boosts productivity.
How to work from beach: making hybrid and flexible hours work for youFlexible working arrangements post-pandemic are here to stay, with a significant number of people opting for hybrid setups. People are blending work and leisure, leading to the concept of 'working from holiday.'
Switching off from job boosts productivity - No 10The UK's 'right to switch off' initiative aims to improve work-life balance and productivity by preventing constant connectivity outside of work hours.
Beyond the Four-day Week: CEO of Small Financial Services Business Discusses Flexible WorkingThe four-day workweek is under serious consideration in the UK, with potential legislation emphasizing flexible working rights.
Fully Remote Jobs You Can Apply for in February 2025Many employees resist strict return-to-office mandates, preferring the benefits of flexible working.Securing a fully remote job is essential for employees seeking to transition to remote work.
Employees are dead set on flexible working arrangements - three quarters would turn down a role that didn't offer hybrid options as work-life balance becomes more important than payWork-life balance is prioritized over salary in job decisions among workers.Flexible working options have become essential in retaining talent.
Four-day week medical trials just showed huge physical and mental health benefits - staff reported higher wellbeing, less burnout, and better sleepThe four-day work week significantly enhances workers' wellbeing and maintains or boosts productivity.
How to work from beach: making hybrid and flexible hours work for youFlexible working arrangements post-pandemic are here to stay, with a significant number of people opting for hybrid setups. People are blending work and leisure, leading to the concept of 'working from holiday.'
Switching off from job boosts productivity - No 10The UK's 'right to switch off' initiative aims to improve work-life balance and productivity by preventing constant connectivity outside of work hours.
Beyond the Four-day Week: CEO of Small Financial Services Business Discusses Flexible WorkingThe four-day workweek is under serious consideration in the UK, with potential legislation emphasizing flexible working rights.
Labour's four-day week explained: How it will work and who can do itLabour is considering a law to allow a four-day workweek with compressed hours for employees, aiming to enhance work-life balance and flexibility.
Flexible working laws could reduce regional inequality, Business Secretary saysFlexible working laws could reduce regional inequality and enhance productivity, according to Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds.
Sir Martin Sorrell: Labour's working week reforms won't help firmsChanging the working week won't boost UK productivity; stability and a supportive business environment are crucial.
Labour minister says compressed hours could raise productivity; European stocks hit record high business liveFlexible working, including four-day compressed hours, can boost productivity according to Education minister Jacqui Smith.
Why not all plans for a four-day working week would be a win for healthProposed UK legislation allows workers to request a short working week of four longer shifts without a pay cut.
'Strike right balance' on flexible working, business groups urge LabourBalancing flexible working policies is essential to cater to diverse business needs and individual circumstances.
Labour's four-day week explained: How it will work and who can do itLabour is considering a law to allow a four-day workweek with compressed hours for employees, aiming to enhance work-life balance and flexibility.
Flexible working laws could reduce regional inequality, Business Secretary saysFlexible working laws could reduce regional inequality and enhance productivity, according to Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds.
Sir Martin Sorrell: Labour's working week reforms won't help firmsChanging the working week won't boost UK productivity; stability and a supportive business environment are crucial.
Labour minister says compressed hours could raise productivity; European stocks hit record high business liveFlexible working, including four-day compressed hours, can boost productivity according to Education minister Jacqui Smith.
Why not all plans for a four-day working week would be a win for healthProposed UK legislation allows workers to request a short working week of four longer shifts without a pay cut.
'Strike right balance' on flexible working, business groups urge LabourBalancing flexible working policies is essential to cater to diverse business needs and individual circumstances.
Career plans 2025: how the new year will change the way we workThe nature of work is evolving rapidly with a significant shift towards flexibility and the integration of AI as a core tool in workplaces.
The great divide: are office workers more productive than those at home?The shift back to in-office work is evident as companies like Amazon mandate return to five days a week, contrasting early remote work optimism.
Summer will soon be over - but is anyone coming back to the office?The decline in remote work indicates changing workplace culture and preferences post-pandemic.
Nationwide boss: Women working at home risk missing outWomen may miss career opportunities due to lower office attendance compared to men, emphasizing the importance of being physically present in the workplace.
Is flexible working better for business?The Labour government's bill may establish flexible working as a default right, countering presenteeism and promoting productivity.
Working from home boosts productivity, Jonathan Reynolds saysLabour's proposed changes to workers' rights focus on flexibility without immediate legal changes for businesses.
Career plans 2025: how the new year will change the way we workThe nature of work is evolving rapidly with a significant shift towards flexibility and the integration of AI as a core tool in workplaces.
The great divide: are office workers more productive than those at home?The shift back to in-office work is evident as companies like Amazon mandate return to five days a week, contrasting early remote work optimism.
Summer will soon be over - but is anyone coming back to the office?The decline in remote work indicates changing workplace culture and preferences post-pandemic.
Nationwide boss: Women working at home risk missing outWomen may miss career opportunities due to lower office attendance compared to men, emphasizing the importance of being physically present in the workplace.
Is flexible working better for business?The Labour government's bill may establish flexible working as a default right, countering presenteeism and promoting productivity.
Working from home boosts productivity, Jonathan Reynolds saysLabour's proposed changes to workers' rights focus on flexibility without immediate legal changes for businesses.
Brits demand overtime pay and a right to disconnect in 2025 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comA significant number of British workers want automatic overtime pay and legal protection from after-hours contact by employers.
Sasha Borissenko: Workers' rights are being erodedThe Government's call for public sector workers to return to the office amid layoffs raises concerns over workers' rights.
Brits demand overtime pay and a right to disconnect in 2025 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comA significant number of British workers want automatic overtime pay and legal protection from after-hours contact by employers.
Sasha Borissenko: Workers' rights are being erodedThe Government's call for public sector workers to return to the office amid layoffs raises concerns over workers' rights.
Working from home could harm women's careers, Nationwide boss warnsWorking from home could hinder women's career progression due to less office presence compared to men, warns Nationwide's CEO Debbie Crosbie.
UK teachers should be allowed to work from home, education secretary saysFlexible working for teachers outside the classroom is crucial to addressing the teaching retention crisis, especially for young female educators.
Flexible job hunters double as new workers' rights progress - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comRecord-breaking demand for flexible jobs signals a shift in workplace dynamics.Many companies are embracing flexible work, but gaps remain in meeting job seekers' expectations.
Should working from home staff go to the office?Returning to the office after WFH lockdowns enhances personal expression and motivation for staff, especially in dynamic environments like sales.
Flexible job hunters double as new workers' rights progress - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comRecord-breaking demand for flexible jobs signals a shift in workplace dynamics.Many companies are embracing flexible work, but gaps remain in meeting job seekers' expectations.
Should working from home staff go to the office?Returning to the office after WFH lockdowns enhances personal expression and motivation for staff, especially in dynamic environments like sales.
Unions condemn 'witch hunt' against flexible working as rayner prepares employment law overhaulFlexible working reforms aim to strengthen worker rights amidst criticism, emphasizing the importance of employee control over work arrangements.
Badenoch privately defended flexible working before publicly opposing itKemi Badenoch's support for flexible working legislation contrasts her previous opposition, reflecting a nuanced position on employment rights.
What will the impact of the Flexible Working Act be on businesses and employees?The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act allows employees to request flexible working from day one, impacting businesses' policies and requiring thoughtful preparation for the change.
Unions condemn 'witch hunt' against flexible working as rayner prepares employment law overhaulFlexible working reforms aim to strengthen worker rights amidst criticism, emphasizing the importance of employee control over work arrangements.
Badenoch privately defended flexible working before publicly opposing itKemi Badenoch's support for flexible working legislation contrasts her previous opposition, reflecting a nuanced position on employment rights.
What will the impact of the Flexible Working Act be on businesses and employees?The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act allows employees to request flexible working from day one, impacting businesses' policies and requiring thoughtful preparation for the change.
Should office workers be able to work from home? Yahoo readers have their sayAmazon's decision to mandate office return has reignited the flexible working debate, highlighting employee dissatisfaction and government push for new Employment Rights.
Workers' rights to four-day week could be strengthenedGovernment plans might strengthen workers' rights to request a four-day work week under flexible working arrangements.
How to achieve a flexible working pattern than benefits your healthA new trial in the UK will test flexible working patterns, potentially paving the way for a four-day work week with no loss of pay.
Should office workers be able to work from home? Yahoo readers have their sayAmazon's decision to mandate office return has reignited the flexible working debate, highlighting employee dissatisfaction and government push for new Employment Rights.
Workers' rights to four-day week could be strengthenedGovernment plans might strengthen workers' rights to request a four-day work week under flexible working arrangements.
How to achieve a flexible working pattern than benefits your healthA new trial in the UK will test flexible working patterns, potentially paving the way for a four-day work week with no loss of pay.
UK workers to gain right to a four-day work weekWorkers may gain greater powers over work schedules, potentially allowing for a four-day work week.Labour's plans face criticism over potential impact on productivity and economic growth.
The rules of work are about to change - here's what managers need to knowThe shift towards flexible working has changed employee expectations, highlighting the need for businesses to adapt their management strategies effectively.
Bosses are making their staff return to the office-or quit (but they're notably absent themselves)CEOs promoting return-to-office mandates often do not follow their own rules, demonstrating double standards.
This Is What Employees ACTUALLY Consider To Be A Real 'Work Perk'Flexible or hybrid working is the most desired perk among employees, followed by good pension scheme, training, and development opportunities.
Council Post: AI Security Risks Vs. Business Rewards In A Hybrid Working WorldFlexible working is the new norm post-pandemic, influencing a shift in IT infrastructure and security considerations.
When it comes to flexible working, what matters is output - CityAMEnforced disruption due to Covid-19 accelerated the adoption of flexible working, leading to innovation and increased realization of capabilities. Focus should shift to outcome-based work practices.