The new Acas Code of Practice on requests for flexible working recognises that it’s possible to have a trial period to assess the feasibility of an employee’s proposed flexible working arrangement.
How will a trial period work?
Published 17.04.2024
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
All employees with 26 weeks’ continuous service have the right to request a flexible working arrangement. In the event you reject such a request do they have any statutory right of appeal?
Published 09.12.2015
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
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
According to research, only 6% of job ads mention that the employer offers flexible working. This suggests that the other 94% are doing something wrong. Must flexible working actually be referred to
in job ads?
Published 29.06.2015
In May 2021 it was reported that only 5.5% of job ads mention flexible working. Must you include information about the possibility of flexible working in your job ads or not?
Published 25.05.2021
An employee has submitted a request for homeworking and you suspect that it is motivated by a desire to reduce their childcare costs. How can you make it clear that your time isn’t for looking after
their children?
Published 06.11.2014
On 6 April 2014 the statutory right to request flexible working will be extended to all employees. Thankfully, this change isn’t as bad for employers as it first sounds. What do you need to know?
Published 29.01.2014
According to YouGov research, 66% of employees would rather start their working day before 9.00am and finish earlier. However, many employers don’t offer any flexibility over working hours. Is it
something you should consider?
Published 07.09.2018