Google is pushing back its office return in Europe, Middle East, and Africa as the Omicron coronavirus strain creates uncertainty
The move comes in light of the new COVID-19 Omicron variant and travel restrictions.
Google will postpone its return-to-office plan for locations in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, as the new COVID-19 variant and travel restrictions continue to create uncertainty.they would be expected in offices January 10 in a new hybrid work format, but said it would allow countries and locations to determine their timelines beyond that date depending on local conditions.
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