Commuting

New research on commuting patterns in London confirms the limited impact of ‘back to the office’ directives.

Strict return to office mandates are pushing workers to look for new jobs, according to research from International Workplace Group.

Hybrid working has led to a boom in ‘active commuting’, according to a survey by International Workplace Group.

People who cycle to work have a higher life expectancy and are more likely to avoid major illnesses, a study over 18 years has found.

Younger workers’ office attendance is on the rise as companies offer perks such as free pizzas and drinks.

Train driver members of Aslef to strike and withdraw overtime at 16 train operating companies in May as two-year pay dispute continues.

2023 was the year of the 'great office return', according to mobile data analysed by Virgin Media O2 Business.

Government-owned train operator LNER showing signs it would impose minimum service levels leads to a fivefold increase in strikes.

Train drivers' union Aslef announces strike dates and overtime ban at 16 train operating companies in January and February 2024.

Train drivers are to stage another strike in December in their long-running pay dispute with train operators.

The RMT union has announced a week of "rolling strikes" later in July in a dispute over pay, pensions and working conditions.

Rail commuters should expect disruption for six days this week, as train drivers who are members of the Aslef union stage an overtime ban.

London office workers

The RMT has said plans for a rail strike in March and April have been called off as it enters fresh talks with the Rail Delivery Group.

Govia Thameslink will trial cheaper Monday and Friday fares on Southern services as it attempts to boost post-pandemic commuting numbers.