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38% of UK Workers Struggle with Return-to-Office Stress

7/16/2025

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A recent poll by Hays reveals a troubling trend: 38% of UK workers feel their wellbeing suffers under return-to-office mandates. While hybrid workers enjoy improved mental health, financial worries about commuting loom large. Companies like HSBC and Barclays are tightening attendance rules, heightening anxiety, particularly among women and younger employees.

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A recent poll by Hays reveals a troubling trend: 38% of UK workers feel their wellbeing suffers under return-to-office mandates. While hybrid workers enjoy improved mental health, financial worries about commuting loom large. Companies like HSBC and Barclays are tightening attendance rules, heightening anxiety, particularly among women and younger employees.