1 in 4 UK candidates would switch jobs to work remotely

As rail chaos continues to affect commuters across the UK, it probably comes as no surprise that many would prefer to be working from the comfort of their homes – and research from Totaljobs suggests giving workers that option could result in a hiring boon.

Nearly three in ten workers (28%) told the researchers that they would move jobs if they were not allowed to work from home - but 35% of employees are still not given the option of working remotely.