flexible working for parents

I've got a young family and would like to change my work patterns. What are my rights? more...
Do I qualify for the right to have my flexible working request considered? more...
What does 'flexible working' mean? more...
How should I go about making a request for flexible working? more...
What happens if my employer grants my request for flexible working? more...
How soon does my employer have to consider my flexible working request? more...
Can I have someone with me when I discuss flexible working with my employer? more...
Under what circumstances can my employer refuse my request for flexible working? more...
My request for flexible working is going nowhere. Can I complain? more...
My flexible working appeal has been turned down. Is there anything else I can do? more...
What happens to my pay and benefits if I change my hours to work flexibly? more...
What happens if my employer starts treating me badly or sacks me for asking for flexible working? more...
If my flexible working application is disputed, should I go through my employer's own grievance procedures? more...
Can my employer extend time limits for giving notice and attending meetings in a flexible working application? more...
What should I do if my chosen companion can't attend a flexible working meeting on the employer's suggested date? more...
When can my employer treat my flexible working application as withdrawn? more...
I’m currently caring for a relative/friend, do I have any rights to work flexibly? more...

further information

workSMART Know Your Rights

Download our Know Your Rights leaflet on flexible working for parents as a pdf file

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