Updating author: Marc
Meryon
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Summary
Future
developments
Action point
checklist
Key references
Questions and answers
The right to apply for flexible working
Meaning of 'flexible working'
Eligibility
The
application
The employer's
response
Rejection of an application for
flexible working
Withdrawal of an
application for flexible working
Complaints and remedies
Referral to ACAS Arbitration Scheme
Detrimental treatment
Dismissal
Summary
3.872
- Since 6 April 2003, an employee who is (or is the spouse, civil partner or
live-in partner of) the parent, adoptive parent, guardian, special guardian or
foster parent of a child under the age of six (or under the age of 18 if the
child is disabled) has had the legal right to submit a written application to
his or her employer requesting a more flexible pattern of working hours. (See
3.874 The right to apply for flexible working)
- As of 6 April 2007 an employee who has caring responsibilities
for an adult aged 18 or over who is the employee's spouse, civil partner or
live-in partner, a relative, or someone living at the same address as the
employee has the legal right to request flexible working.
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