CIPD - Extension of flexible working rights is good for business, and a welcome recognition of a changing world of work

13 Nov 2012 02:01 PM

The government’s decision to extend the right to request flexible working to all employees, following the overwhelming weight of evidence from their Modern Workplaces consultation process, is a welcome recognition of a changing world of work that will benefit employers and employees alike, according to Peter Cheese, Chief Executive at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

Peter Cheese said: “We welcome the extension of the right to request flexible working to all employees.  The Government consulted widely on these proposals, and we were one of a great many organisations and businesses to respond positively.

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