How the church could support the work from home 'revolution'
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Almost half of working people in the UK work from home. With so many people struggling with isolation and loneliness, should we be encouraging people to get back to the office? Or should churches fling open their doors and create communal spaces for those working remotely? Ennette Lainchbury from the LICC and Rev Paul Kennedy spoke to Premier's Esther Higham
Released on 26 Feb 2024
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