Report shows that office employees are working in smaller spaces than ever

Office workers are being given less working space than ever, according to a report by estate agent Knight Frank.

It found that the typical working space has fallen to 120 – 130sq ft per person as employers try to cut costs.

The report blames the growth of flexible working for the reduction in work space. “New technologies have enabled different and more flexible work styles which have allowed organisations to become much more fluid in their use of space,” the report said.

It warns companies, particularly those based in the South-East, to be wary of too many cutbacks because the office is key to attracting and retaining top employees.