Flexibility NatWest faces union backlash over back-to-office demand New plan requiring thousands of UK staff to work in office twice a week a “kick in the teeth”, claims Unite iStock.com/Wirestock Image John van der Luit-Drummond Editor-in-Chief Wednesday 21 October 2026 NatWest is facing opposition from trade union Unite after announcing plans that will require more than 30,000 employees to work from the office at least two days a week from next February. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Flexibility Barclays delays unpopular return-to-office mandate Flexibility Flexible working seen as vital by most UK employees Flexibility British bosses will be forced to meet employees requesting flexible work Culture Return-to-office mandates may reveal more about bosses than reluctant staff