According to a poll by Hays, nearly half of professionals in the U.K. would consider resigning if required to return to the office full-time; 58% of female workers expressed this sentiment compared to 42% of men. The survey revealed that 77% of the workforce prefers a hybrid working model, with three days in the office being the most common arrangement. Pam Lindsay-Dunn, chief operating officer of Hays U.K. and Ireland, said: “Employers need to realize they are at serious risk of losing top talent if they make a full-time return-to-office compulsory.” The cost of commuting emerged as a significant concern, affecting 73% of professionals’ decisions regarding office attendance. Despite some companies pushing for more in-office time, only 8% of employers plan to enforce a return to the office in the next six months.
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