What are the reasons for refusing a flexible working request?
What are the reasons for refusing a flexible working request?
Eight reasons for refusing a flexible working request
- The burden of additional costs.
- An inability to reorganise work amongst existing staff.
- An inability to recruit additional staff.
- A detrimental impact on quality.
- A detrimental impact on performance.
- Detrimental effect on ability to meet customer demand.
How do I write an appeal letter for refusal of flexible working?
Appeal in writing Your letter or email should say: why you feel the decision should be looked at again (for example, there’s new information that might affect the decision) what you would like to happen next (for example, look at the new information and meet to discuss your flexible working request)
What are the barriers to flexible working?
Barriers to flexible working are many, and can include line manager reluctance, myths and stereotypes (including that if you want to work flexibly you are somehow less committed or ambitious), fear of setting precedents and ingrained traditional working practices.
Can I decline flexible working request?
Employers can refuse a request for flexible working arrangements when they have real and specific operational reasons for doing so. However, they must document their decision-making process to show they have undertaken a genuine review of the request.
Can you appeal against a flexible working request?
There’s no legal right for an employee to appeal a flexible working request. But if you consider their appeal, it can help resolve any issues your employee might have, without them taking it further.
Can my employer refuse to let me reduce my hours?
Every employee, who has been employed for at least 26 weeks, has the legal right to ask to change their working hours. This is known as the right to request flexible working. It is a right to request to change your hours, not a right to insist that they be changed.
Is it OK to ask for less hours at work?
If you just want to work less hours because you have another job, then this is unlikely to be looked on favorably. Yes you can ask. But it will be up to the boss as to whether they permit you to do this. It may also depend on the reasons for your request and the size and/or type of business you work in.
