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Applying for flexible working

This page explains what flexible working is, how to request flexible working hours, and links to how to take action if your request is refused. 

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/work/flexible-working/applying-for-flexible-wo…
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Flexible working

Flexible working is a way of working that suits an employee’s needs. This can, for example, mean they work certain hours or work from home. Anyone can ask their employer to work flexibly. If an employee is caring for someone (eg a child or adult) they have the legal right to ask for flexible working. Information about types of flexible working and how to request it.

https://www.gov.uk/flexible-working
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Flexible working

Links to information about flexible working, including a guide to the law, a guide about how to decide what hours to ask for, a sample letter asking for flexible working, a guide about how to negotiate an agreement on flexible working and a frequently asked questions section.

https://workingfamilies.org.uk/article-categories/flexible-working/
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Child-friendly working hours

This information sheet explains the rights you have if you want to change your hours to fit in with caring for your children.

https://maternityaction.org.uk/advice/child-friendly-working-hours/
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Flexible working - making a statutory application

If you have the right to apply for flexible working and want to make an application, there is a process you must follow.

https://www.gov.uk/flexible-working
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What to do if your flexible working request is refused

Sets out the steps you can take if your employer refuses your flexible working request. Includes a template letter for appealing.

https://workingfamilies.org.uk/articles/what-to-do-if-your-flexible-working-requ…
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