Managing employees/workers
Updated to reflect the updated version of the Acas code, applicable from 6 April 2024.
Updated to reflect changes to the right to request flexible working in place from 6 April 2024, including a requirement to consult with the employee.
Updated to reflect changes to the right to request flexible working in place from 6 April 2024, including that it is now a day-one right.
Updated to reflect that the time limit for requests made on or after 6 April 2024 is reduced to two months.
Updated to reflect the extension of the protected period to cover pregnant employees and those returning from family leave from 6 April 2024.
Updated to reflect that the right to be offered suitable alternative employment extends to employees who have recently returned from adoption leave, from 6 April 2024.
Updated to reflect that legislation is in force from 6 April 2024 extending the right to be offered suitable alternative employment to employees returning from shared parental leave, in some circumstances.
More parents in England plan to increase their working hours or return to work as they become eligible for free childcare support, but many are struggling to access childminders or nursery places.
Updated to reflect a change to government guidance, which now supports the view that a term-time worker paid throughout the year would meet the definition of a part-year worker.
Updated to reflect that changes to the statutory right to request flexible working come into force on 6 April 2024.
HR and legal information and guidance relating to managing employees/workers.