Can the ‘hotelification’ of the office beat working from home? Opinion London offices are offering monogrammed towels and rooftop gardens to tempt staff back into work, says Alex Morgan Some of the world’s largest companies are pulling the plug on hybrid working, but not without a hitch. In the US, Amazon’s return-to-office (RTO) mandate has been put on pause because of a shortage of desks in [...]
Working from home: Analyst on trial for £1m insider trading scheme Investing A former Janus Henderson analyst used working from home to make nearly £1m from insider trading, a court has heard. Redinel Korfuzi was on trial yesterday with his sister Oerta Korfuzi and two other alleged members of a cartel that allegedly made inside dealings on shares throughout the first two years of the pandemic. Prosecutors [...]
‘Once you legislate, people will rebel’: Why a vibes-based WFH policy is working for Vitality insurance The debate-stirring issue of working from home (WFH) has never been far from the headlines so far in 2025. The likes of FTSE 100 giant WPP, Lord Alan Sugar and London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan have all made waves with where they stand on the topic. Now Neville Koopowitz, the chief executive of health and [...]
Sadiq Khan: Home-working risks London ‘hollowing out’ February 11, 2025 Sir Sadiq Khan has raised the alarm on working from home, saying London “cannot afford” to be a city where “the centre has been hollowed out”. The London Mayor urged employers to consider the post-lockdown effect on commuters across the capital, as first reported by the BBC. Khan added unease regarding the amount of young [...]
Missing WFH? I’ve found solace in the office booth February 6, 2025 Replacing WFH with the open plan office can be a recipe for misery. But Anna Moloney says she's found a solution: the office booth.
10 unique artistic homeware products to transform your home January 21, 2025 Transform your living space with these 10 unique artistic homewares that combine style and practicality. From striking statement pieces to versatile, functional designs, this collection offers something to suit every taste. Whether you’re looking to add elegance, personality, or a creative touch, these home accessories will elevate your interiors effortlessly. What are the top trends [...]
Stuart Rose is wrong: the world has moved on from the shop floor January 21, 2025 Stuart Rose has claimed that remote working is “not proper work”. That may make sense for retail but it’s wide of the mark when it comes to legal and financial services, says John Hayes Stuart Rose, the former head of supermarkets, Asda, Ocado and M&S and one of the most influential retailers of the past [...]
Can your employer force you back to the office? January 15, 2025 Headlines have been blowing up this week with several big businesses forcing its workforce back into the office. A topic that often results in a heated debate
How to get workers back to the office in 2025? Let them open the windows! January 10, 2025 Five years on from the pandemic, it's time to bin the office gimmicks and get back to basics, writes real estate expert Philipp Ueberschaer.
Bosses believe WFH will come to an end – wishful thinking? November 13, 2024 Given the City of London is a major destination for commuters (especially those working in professional services) the new rhythm of hybrid working is perhaps more visible in the Square Mile than elsewhere. Generally speaking, Mondays seem a little thin while Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays feel busier than ever. Fridays remain somewhat subdued. On the [...]