News Release: Submission to House of Lords on hybrid and home-based working

• As working patterns continue to evolve, so too does the evidence around what’s working, and what isn’t.

In our recent submission to the House of Lords inquiry on hybrid and remote work, Remit Consulting sets out the latest data on office occupancy, workforce preferences, and the broader economic shifts taking shape across the UK.

Among the key findings:

• Office occupancy now averages just 37%, with noticeable peaks mid-week and sharp drops on Fridays.
• 80% of disabled employees report improved health outcomes when working fully remotely, underlining the inclusion benefits of flexible models.
• Spending patterns are shifting from urban centres to local economies, a quiet transformation with big implications.
• Hybrid working, when done well, can boost rather than harm productivity, challenging some long-held assumptions about presenteeism.
• While headlines focus on fully remote roles, the reality is that most people prefer a mix: two to three days a week in the office.

These insights are already influencing workplace strategy, public policy, and the way we think about the future of work.

Download our full submission to explore the data in more detail and understand what it means for organisations navigating this new landscape.