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To think perhaps WFH might need encouraged again for a while

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MrsMillhouse · 29/03/2026 21:29

The news refers to petrol shortages. Not sure if it’s just headlines or clickbait. But if there are going to be shortages, surely the government should be starting to encourage WFH and using public transport where possible

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pruningmybush · 29/03/2026 21:45

MrsEmmelinePankhurst · 29/03/2026 21:37

I think this is already happening in the Philippines and some parts of Australia according to the news earlier today. Fuel shortages mean that they’re WFH if possible, and I think free public transport for a month in a couple of Australian states….

Free public transport sounds like a good plan

weareallqueens · 29/03/2026 21:44

ShakyBake · 29/03/2026 21:37

How about using some of that oil in the north sea?

I’m not sure it’s that simple.

JacquesHarlow · 29/03/2026 21:43

ShakyBake · 29/03/2026 21:37

How about using some of that oil in the north sea?

Oh wow

Binfire · 29/03/2026 21:38

Yes definitely, we are seeing shortages here already. I will be car sharing and working from home where possible, very stressful and expensive for those who can’t I’m sure!

ShakyBake · 29/03/2026 21:37

How about using some of that oil in the north sea?

MrsEmmelinePankhurst · 29/03/2026 21:37

I think this is already happening in the Philippines and some parts of Australia according to the news earlier today. Fuel shortages mean that they’re WFH if possible, and I think free public transport for a month in a couple of Australian states….

PermanentTemporary · 29/03/2026 21:35

Less online shopping would probably make more difference. But yes, I agree.

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