The rise of remote working has transformed traditional labour arrangements. This paper examines how working from home (WFH) influences political participation by testing two competing theoretical frameworks: the resources model of political participation and the political socialisation theory. On the one hand, WFH increases free time for civic engagement by reducing commuting to work. On the other hand, WFH diminishes the workplace’s role as a socialization hub, weakening occupational identities and workplace interactions crucial for collective political participation. This paper tests these competing theories using UK panel data spanning from 2009 to 2023. The findings indicate that WFH increases less costly forms of political participation, such as voting. However, it simultaneously reduces participation dependent on workplace interactions, such as party or trade union affiliation. These findings highlight the broader political implications of workplace technological transformations. This research extends the understanding of labour-related technological changes beyond the established focus on automation.