The UK Government has published its response to last year’s consultation on updating flexible working laws. Here is a summary of its response: The right to request flexible working will become a “day one” right. Until now, it has only been available to employees who have been in employment for twenty-six weeks. The Government emphasises […]
New UK employment law proposals in the pipeline
The UK Government has proposed several major legal changes that will have a significant impact on employers should they come into action:- Sexual harassment The Government has proposed taking action to ensure that employers take all possible steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. The Government’s key proposals include the following:- Introducing a mandatory […]
David Harris speaks on BBC Radio about the Government’s attempts to discourage home working
Listen to David Harris speaking to Bill Buckley on BBC Radio Berkshire about the Government’s recent announcement that civil servants must return to working in the office to “ensure that buildings are running at full capacity”. During the conversation, David discusses the legal rights that employees have to request flexible working arrangements. He also points […]