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Thousands of Barclays staff revolt over return-to-office mandate

Union calls for payouts to help cover travel costs and exemption for those living more than 40 minutes away

Thousands of Barclays staff revolt over return-to-office mandate

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Barclays is facing a growing backlash over return-to-office plans, with thousands of staff calling for payouts to help cover travel costs and an exemption for those living more than 40 minutes from work.

Unionised staff represented by Unite are pushing back against plans announced by the bank earlier this summer to get staff back into the office at least three days a week from October, with more senior employees expected to come in at least four days a week.

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