Remote work: Employee has right to request, boss is free to refuse

To minimise complaints, employers should respond to requests within four weeks, and clearly explain any refusal in line with legal guidelines 

Laura McKee, knowledge partner with Legal Island.

While responding to a rise in employee demands around remote work options, employers are also naturally faced with the challenge of accommodating these requests while maintaining productivity and company culture. 

The employment law training specialist Legal Island recently hosted its ‘Annual Review of Employment Law’ in Dublin to look at these and other current workplace topics. More than 400 senior HR professionals attended, seeking to elevate their knowledge, skills, and connections in the ever-changing world of employment law and HR best practices.