While the benefits of WFH during the pandemic were more immediately felt by employees, UK employers have had a year to assess how the shift has impacted them. Their positive outlook on homeworking is likely to cement changes in the UK’s post-pandemic work-life balance.

The need for an ecosystem designed to help women succeed in the world of work became clear during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Stack World – a space built for women, by women – offers an online environment in which members can network, foster community, and evolve their careers.

The pandemic has dramatically accelerated the shift to remote work and the majority of employees are happy to abandon the office. With a country estate, loneliness-beating coworking community, best-in-class amenities, and a packed events calendar, Birch could spell the future of bleisure.

Following in the footsteps of Iceland and Spain, Scotland plans to trial a four-day workweek. With the pandemic encouraging people to reassess their work-life balance, governments are giving in to pressure to rethink working practices and boost employee happiness.