Wellbeing Open-plan offices linked to increased risk of bullying in Sweden Study finds more interactive work settings can normalise harassment, discourage job satisfaction and productivity iStock.com/monkeybusinessimages Image Jenna Lomax Community Editor Wednesday 18 March 2026 New research from Sweden’s Linköping University suggests open-plan offi 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... Future of Work Is it time to kill the open-plan office? Harassment Fearful bosses shy away from relationship building with junior colleagues Culture When recognition turns risky: How “thank yous” become tribunal triggers Harassment Employers can seek injunctions for harassed staff, Hong Kong’s top court rules