Theguardian iconTheguardianSep 15, 2026

British bosses to be forced to meet with employees who request flexible working

The first secretary of state told the TUC conference that employers would have to "properly consider" requests for flexibility and offer a face-to-face meeting under new rights for workers.

British bosses to be forced to meet with employees who request flexible working

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The first secretary of state told the TUC conference that employers would have to "properly consider" requests for flexibility and offer a face-to-face meeting under new rights for workers.

Under new workers' rights, employers will have to 'properly consider' proposed shift changes and explain decisions Company bosses will have to sit down with workers who request flexible working and justify...

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The first secretary of state told the TUC conference that employers would have to "properly consider" requests for flexibility and offer a face-to-face meeting under new rights for workers. Under new workers' rights, employers will have to 'properly consider' proposed shift changes and explain decisions Company bosses will have to sit down with workers who request flexible working and justify their reasons for any refusals under new rights announced by Louise Haigh on Tuesday.

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  • Under new workers' rights, employers will have to 'properly consider' proposed shift changes and explain decisions Company bosses will have to sit down with workers who request flexible working and justify...

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