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EPISODE · Jul 24, 2025 · 10 MIN

Why Are Companies Demanding Staff Return To The Office?

from The Last Word with Matt Cooper

A decision by AIB to require staff eligible for hybrid working to return to the office at least three days a week has sparked outrage amongst many of the bank's employees.This follows a trend of companies rolling back on remote working allowances which were implemented during the Covid-19 pandemic.John O’Connell, general secretary with the Financial Services Union, and Peter Cosgrove, managing director of Futurewise, join The Last Word to debate whether companies are right to insist on a return to the office.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

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