A guide for employers and managers to navigate the potential increase in flexible working requests resulting from new legislation.
Uptake of flexible and remote working has grown over the past few years. This guide aims to help employers and managers manage flexible working requests, dispel myths around flexible working, and consider creative flexible working solutions that go beyond simply working remotely.
In addition to the steps below, you can use this flowchart to help you repond to a flexible working request.
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Explore our collection of resources around legal issues relating to flexible and hybrid working, including the changes to the right to request flexible working
Trend analysis and benchmarking data on recruitment, retention and talent management to inform HR and employers on practice considerations and decision-making
Dedicated analysis of job quality and its impact on organisations and working lives in Scotland
Advice for people professionals on handling discipline and grievance procedures
How to develop, communicate and implement a generative AI policy in your workplace. Including downloadable policy design checklist.
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A practical guide explaining the TUPE process, including examples and key considerations for employers