Flexible working request rules are changing. The Government has published its response to the consultation on updating the flexible working laws, the highlights of which are as follows:
Employees will be able to request flexible working from day one rather than requiring 26 weeks service. However, they have emphasised it is a right to request, not a right to have.
Please do not hesitate to contact our employment team if you have any questions arising from flexible working requests or any other employment related queries by calling us on 01254 828300 or email us at enquiries@backhouses.co.uk.
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