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'Kick in the teeth': Unite union attacks NatWest for ordering 30,000 staff back to the office two days a week

NatWest is scrapping its 'remote first' category, which currently allows 13,497 workers to come into the office roughly twice a month. A further 17,272 hybrid employees must also increase their attendance from February. Unite says many of those affected are lower-paid workers who will be hit by greater travel and childcare expenses. The union argues the move violates a jointly agreed consultation framework in NatWest's 2025 pay deal.

Sharon Graham says reneging on agreements shows 'complete contempt' for the workforce.

Unite's Caren Evans: 'For many workers, homeworking is not a perk.'

Barclays backed down last month with a longer transition after staff fury over office demands.

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