Almost one in five logistics workers do not intend to return to the office post pandemic, largely due to ongoing concerns around infection control on public transport, according to a survey conducted by corporate transport specialist Kura. 

The reluctance to return to the workplace stems largely from travel to and from work, with nearly 60 per cent of workers across the UK admitting they hold real concerns around the commute post lockdown. 

This is particularly prevalent for the senior workforce, with Board-level (98 per cent), Directors (85 per cent) and Managers (77 per cent) holding the biggest concerns over the future of the commute.

Godfrey Ryan, CEO of Kura, said: “As Covid-19 restrictions lift and employees are requested to return to the workplace, there will undoubtedly be more thought and consideration given to the regular commute. 

“With increased awareness around factors such as infection control and social distancing, we will inevitably see a shift in the commuting landscape.”

Ryan added: “For public transport commuters in particular, the perceived lack of infection control, unreliability of service and overcrowding is hampering employers hopes of an office-based or hybrid workforce post lockdown. 

“As these fears continue to prevent workers from wanting to return to the office, it is time for employers to step up and offer alternative travel support to their employees where necessary.”