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- A Lancaster University study finds fully remote roles for disabled workers fell to 4.3% in 2024-25, from 8.7% during the pandemic.
- Over 80% of disabled respondents said home working is important in job searches.
- Unemployment among disabled individuals rose to 9.2%, significantly higher than the overall rate.
- Experts warn reducing remote roles could hinder disabled workers' employment and urge the government to prioritize hybrid options.
