Scotland’s new social security headquarters is less than 40 per cent occupied due to staff working from home despite its £1.5 million annual running costs.
Social Security Scotland, which was set up after the 2014 independent referendum, moved into Agnes Husband House, Dundee, in 2021 on a 20-year lease.
But between January and March, the average percentage of desks being used was 38 per cent, according to data obtained by the Daily Record.
The low occupancy rate comes despite the waterfront offices costing the taxpayer £1.5 million in annual costs, including £541,200 for rent, £148,001 for rates, £251,895 for energy, and £506,795 for maintenance.
Social Security Scotland was set up to deliver benefits devolved to Holyrood but the agency has faced criticism for its performance.