Brachers Bitesize: Returning to the office and flexible working

Since the COVID-19 pandemic working from home and hybrid working is an entrenched part of many office workers’ lives. However, we are seeing the return to office debate heating up, with some employers calling their staff back into the workplace five days a week. This is likely to result in an increase in flexible working requests, which became a lot more accessible following the rule changes on 6 April 2024, and may be strengthened by the current Labour Government following the unveiling of the Employment Rights Bill.

Webinar content

In this 30-minute bitesize webinar, Brachers employment Senior Associate Melissa Nelson, alongside Solicitor Lauren Sellwood, will discuss some of the key arguments being put forward in the return to office debate, and the practical and legal considerations employers should have in respect of flexible working.

Melissa and Lauren will be covering topics such as:

• What is gaining traction in the return to office debate
• What does the research say about hybrid working versus being back in the workplace
• The legal position on flexible working
• How to handle a request for flexible working
• Practical tips and ideas to manage flexible working arrangements
• Some of the potential risks if employers get it wrong

Who should attend?

HR professionals, business owners and those in management or senior leadership positions within their organisation.

Register now to secure your spot.

“Excellent session, really informative and very well presented.” – Webinar attendee.

Key details

Date: Tuesday 11 February 2025

Time: 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Type: Webinar

Cost: FREE