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UK Employers Face Low Productivity Post-Covid: A Call to Action

3/20/2025

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Five years after the Covid-19 lockdown, UK employers grapple with persistent challenges like low productivity and economic inactivity. While flexible work arrangements have surged, employee engagement has taken a hit. The CIPD calls on businesses to embrace varied work options and prioritize skills development to revitalize workplace culture and boost morale.

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Story summary

Five years after the Covid-19 lockdown, UK employers grapple with persistent challenges like low productivity and economic inactivity. While flexible work arrangements have surged, employee engagement has taken a hit. The CIPD calls on businesses to embrace varied work options and prioritize skills development to revitalize workplace culture and boost morale.