A recent survey has highlighted a significant gap in work from home opportunities for people aged 55 and over.

The survey of more than 1,000 office workers in the UK was carried out by invoice finance provider Novuna Business Cash Flow.

It shows that 48% of the over-55s who worked from home experienced a positive impact on their wellbeing, compared to just 27% of 18-34-year-olds and 34% of 35-54-year-olds.

Not only does the survey show that nearly half of the 55+ age group feel working from home has a positive effect on wellbeing, it is actually their primary reason for remote working.

Yet despite the clear benefits, only 17% of those aged 55+ were offered more frequent work-from-home options by their employers, compared to 44% of workers aged 18-34 and 23% of those aged 35-54.

John Atkinson, head of commercial and strategy at Novuna Business Cash Flow, said: "The opportunity to work from home is crucial for the wellbeing of our older workers. It's essential for organisations to consider this need and ensure their remote work policies are inclusive for all age groups."

Differences in remote work opportunities across age groups may stem from the distinct nature of their roles. Younger workers often pursue digital roles, well-suited for remote environments, whereas older workers may need to be in the office for effective leadership and management.

But having spent the majority of their careers in traditional office settings, the older generation may particularly appreciate the flexibility and change that remote work offers, in contrast to younger workers who may have had the opportunity to work from home much earlier in their careers.