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Practical notes for UK employees who work from home, sorted by the part of the job they deal with. Each one links to the official page it relies on.

The set-up

How do I set up a desk at home without hurting my back?
Chair first, then keyboard, then screen. A laptop needs a separate keyboard and mouse so the screen can go up.
Desk · 5 min · 18 June 2026

The working day

How often should you take breaks when working from home?
Short and often. HSE prefers 5 to 10 minutes each hour to 20 minutes every two, and the legal rest break is a separate thing.
Hours · 5 min · 23 July 2026

Looking after yourself

Burnout or just tired? How to tell when you work from home
Tiredness alone is not burnout. WHO adds mental distance from your job and feeling less able to do it. A GP can look at the rest.
Head · 5 min · 1 October 2026

Your employer and you

Tax and costs

Can you still claim tax relief for working from home?
Not for 2026 to 2027. You may still claim for earlier years if you had to work from home, and employers can still pay you tax-free.
Money · 4 min · 22 October 2026