A recent survey has found that a majority of workers in the United Kingdom engage in secondary employment alongside their primary jobs. According to the poll, approximately 60% of UK employees have some form of side hustle, with many dedicating time to these activities during traditional working hours.

The survey revealed that about two-thirds of those with side jobs spend part of their main workday attending to additional income sources. Notably, one in seven respondents acknowledged that they regularly work on their side hustle during official working hours. Despite this, nearly 40% have not disclosed their secondary employment to their primary employers.

Peter Duris, the chief executive of the organization conducting the poll, highlighted the financial motivation behind these trends. He noted that one in five workers stated they would leave their main job immediately if their side hustle generated an equivalent income.

The findings suggest a growing inclination among UK workers to seek alternative revenue streams, sometimes at the expense of focus during their formal employment. Factors contributing to this shift may include rising living costs and the desire for financial security or additional career opportunities. However, the undisclosed nature of many side hustles raises questions about workplace policies and employee-employer transparency.