Make Work Pay: improving access to flexible working

Through the Employment Rights Act we are introducing a new process for employers to follow if they think they might need to reject a flexible working request.

We are running this consultation to make sure this new process meets the needs of both employers and employees.

This consultation seeks views on:

• a proposed new light touch process for employers consulting with employees where a request cannot be immediately agreed
• what training, resources and support can help businesses navigate flexible working requests
• other ways to improve access to flexible working

Anyone can respond to this consultation, and we particularly welcome views from those with insight into this topic and those with experience making or handling flexible working requests.