Flexible Working ~/
Qualifying Conditions for Flexible Working
An individual must have at least 26 weeks of continuous service to make a valid request
Summary
There is a statutory right to request a flexible working arrangement:
– Only one request can be made in a 12 month period;
– A request must be in writing and give specified information;
– Managers must consider the request earnestly;
– A request may be declined for business reasons set out in the regulations
Remedies for Refusal
A Tribunal may Order:
- Reconsideration of the request and/or;
- Compensation up to 8 weeks of pay £4,568 (£4,352).