Acas Consultation – Code of Practice on handling requests for flexible working

Acas is updating its statutory Code of Practice on handling requests for flexible working, to reflect the anticipated reforms to legislation, significant shift in flexible working in the workplace and changing views since their existing Code was published in 2014. Their non-statutory guidance will also be updated, which sits alongside the Code. 

The aim of the Code is to provide employers, employees, and representatives with a clear explanation of the law on the statutory right to request flexible working, alongside good practice advice on handling requests in a reasonable manner. 

Contributions are welcome from all interested individuals and organisations. This includes employers, employees, trade unions, business representative groups, legal representatives, and any other organisations or individuals with an interest in flexible working practices and good employment relations. 

The consultation closes on 6 September 2023. 

See: Acas consultation on the draft Code of Practice on handling requests for flexible working | Acas