Public sector spends £1.3 million on work-from-home equipment

Public sector departments spent nearly £1.3 million of taxpayer money on work-from-home equipment in the last year. This spending covers items like desks, chairs, and IT equipment for hybrid workers. The investigation found significant outlays from various government bodies, including the Department for Health and Social Care, Companies House, and the Land Registry. This spending comes as office attendance for civil servants has seen a slight decline. Critics argue that taxpayer funds should not be used to facilitate remote work, especially when productivity concerns are raised. Some councils have also implemented reduced work weeks, further fueling the debate.