UK workers are experiencing increased anxiety due to return-to-office orders, with over a third reporting negative effects on their wellbeing. A survey of 3,600 workers showed that 84% of hybrid workers find positive impacts on their wellbeing from flexible work arrangements. Financial pressures, especially commuting costs, have made nearly 60% hesitant to spend more time in the office. Younger employees, particularly those aged 20 to 29, feel more significant pressure compared to older workers. Women are also more affected, with 42% reporting negative impacts from stricter in-office mandates compared to 32% of men.
More than a third (38%) of workers said that recent media stories about companies tightening their stance on office attendance had negatively affected their wellbeing.
Over four in five (84%) hybrid workers said that splitting their time between home and office has had a positive impact on their overall wellbeing.
Young employees aged 20 to 29 were more likely to report wellbeing impacts from rising pressure to return to the office compared to those aged 50 and over.
Nearly six in 10 (59%) respondents said financial worries would reduce their willingness to spend more time in the office.
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