Remote working, or working from home, rose sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic in many parts of the world, especially in Europe. As restrictions eased, office returns began, and the number of people working from home gradually declined.
Hybrid working is now more common. In the United Kingdom, 28% of staff worked in this setup in the first quarter of 2025, according to ONS. This is compared to around 10% during the same period in 2021. Hybrid work was also more common among full-time workers, reaching 34% in early 2025.
