The shift to hybrid working in the public sector has introduced both opportunities and challenges. Local government bodies in particular face specific pressures such as budgetary constraints, public accountability, and the imperative to provide better services while lowering costs.

For instance, Exeter City Council is considering downsizing from its current civic centre headquarters to smaller premises across the city due to under-occupancy driven by the rise in hybrid working. This reflects a broader trend where local authorities must balance a hybrid workforce with office space costs.