The Government has brought the right to request remote working into operation.

The right to request flexible working arrangements for parents and carers has also commenced.

A code of practice for employers and employers, drawn up by the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC), has been approved and published.

The workplace entitlements are part of the Work Life Balance Act which was enacted in April 2023.

Employers and employees are obliged to have regard to the code of practice when considering applications for remote working arrangements.

Employers must also have regard to the code if terminating a flexible working arrangement.

Employees will be able to refer a dispute to the WRC where an employer fails to fulfil their obligations under the Act and the code will be admissible in evidence in proceedings before a court, the Labour Court or the WRC.

The code of practice was developed by the WRC, in consultation with trade unions and employer representative bodies.

Contact info@hrbuddy.ie or call 064 6698034 if you need any help or support in this area.

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