How HR Can Prevent Staff From Working Extra Hours

Employees in the UK, pre-pandemic, worked the equivalent of £35 billion in unpaid overtime. These figures have risen during the pandemic. According to global figures by the ADP Research Institute, one in 10 people now claim that they work at least 20 hours a week over and above their core hours.

The shift to a more flexible remote-working culture has had its benefits. Many people are exercising instead of commuting and spending more time with family.

However, there have also been negative effects, such as isolation and burnout. Although the long-hours culture is not a new problem, remote working has further blurred the lines between work and home, making it more difficult than ever for some employees to switch off after work hours.