One of your key employees has told you that her high travelling costs are making it difficult to make ends meet. You can’t justify a pay rise, but you don’t want her to quit. Is there an easy
solution that won’t cost you a penny?
Published 01.12.2009
It’s estimated that around ten million employees now have the statutory right to request a flexible working pattern. But how can you deal with an application from a member of staff who isn’t a parent
or a carer and so doesn’t have this right?
Published 15.05.2009
From April 6, a further 300,000 employees will receive flexible working rights. But why is this latest change not really that much of a problem for you?
Published 11.03.2011
Apparently, as many as 80% of smaller employers who permit flexible working have no formal flexible working policy in place. Why is this wrong and what should a policy include?
Published 13.06.2019
You might have heard that some employers are introducing flexible working as a means of avoiding redundancies. If this idea appeals, what key areas should you consider carefully before you approach
staff about it?
Published 02.04.2009
It’s rumoured that the government will soon extend flexible working rights to every employee from the day they start work. Something else to worry about?
Published 23.02.2010
A few months ago an employee made a flexible working request and it was agreed that they could alter their hours. But they’re now coming and going as they please. How should you handle this
situation?
Published 30.11.2010
On October 5 2009 the government launched the second stage of its “Flexible New Deal”. It claims this will transform our 750,000 long-term unemployed to better meet the needs of employers. OK, but
what’s the real deal for you?
Published 04.11.2009
You’ve probably heard that the government is to grant “all employees” flexible working rights. Is this extension to the legislation as bad as it sounds?
Published 06.12.2012
Many employees happily take free coffee and tea for granted but providing it costs their employers, on average, £300 per person, per year. If you want to make savings by removing this perk, what are
your options?
Published 29.01.2014