Commonly Accepted

Body Doubling (Working with colleague)

Is this considered a reasonable adjustment under UK Law?

Overview

Sitting with someone for accountability.

For Employees

Explain that the goal is accountability, not socialising. A "virtual body double" on a silenced video call can work just as well as sitting next to someone.

For Employers

This is a zero-cost productivity booster. As long as it doesn't distract the "double", there is no business reason to refuse it.

Key Considerations

  • Zero cost.
  • Can be virtual.

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