Report: Nearly 1 in 3 Workers Scroll Phones During Meetings, Highlighting Widespread Workplace Distraction

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30 July 2026 at 7:25 pm

Report: Nearly 1 in 3 Workers Scroll Phones During Meetings, Highlighting Widespread Workplace Distraction

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A new report by Careerminds UK reveals that nearly one-third of employees admit to scrolling on their phones during meetings, highlighting a growing issue of digital distraction in the workplace. The survey of 600 UK employees also found that Gen Z struggles with time management and punctuality, while directors are more likely to be late for meetings than entry-level staff.

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