Roy Magara noted that employers could face a tougher test when refusing requests from staff who want to continue working from home under changes planned for autumn 2027.
Ronni Zehavi said: "An extra day means higher commuting costs, more time travelling and added pressure for people with caring responsibilities."
Among those who received a return-to-office mandate from their employer, over half said it made them reconsider their future with their organisation.
New Bright Horizons research finds that businesses offering childcare and family services see major gains in productivity, loyalty and stress reduction.
Three in five parents said either they or their partner had been asked to work in the office more often in the last six months.
42% of workers said they would comply with a five-day return-to-office (RTO) rule, down from 54% in early 2022.
The bank’s minimum time in office requirements differ between business areas based on the nature of work and business needs.
Virgin Media O2 Business Movers Index reports a 10% increase in Gen Z office attendance as companies introduce enticing perks to boost in-office presence.
Flexa's latest report indicates significant growth in the flexible job market, with a marked increase in demand for remote and remote-first roles, despite broader economic challenges and some companies' push for RTO.
Office for National Statistics staff are set to strike over a new policy mandating 40% office attendance, amidst wider debates on workplace flexibility.