Office for National Statistics (PROSPECT) Strike Calendar

Members of Prospect at the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have voted to extend industrial action that falls short of a full strike.

This action relates to a dispute concerning the department's return-to-office policy, which mandates staff attend the workplace at least 40% of the time.

The policy was put in place without significant consultation and disregards previously successful flexible and hybrid working models.

The union is advocating for an attendance approach based on evidence and purpose rather than arbitrary quotas.

Concerns remain that the uniform requirement is unjustified and unfairly impacts staff with disabilities, care duties, or long travel times.

This aligns with criticisms regarding the ONS's engagement culture noted in previous reviews and committee sessions.

Although enforcement was previously lax, there is now a concentrated effort to enforce the required attendance levels.

Discussions are continuing, with hope that a shift in senior leadership will facilitate a resolution to the situation.