‘Striking a balance’ key to proposed remote working legislation

Research conducted by the Institute of Directors found the primary concern of business leaders with remote working is the isolation of staff and a lack of cohesion between teams

The proposed legislation would give workers the right to request remote working from their employer.

Business groups have welcomed proposed remote working legislation announced by the Government today.

The legislation, which would give workers the right to request remote working from their employer, also includes plans to introduce a legally admissible code of practice on the right to disconnect from work and a commitment to investing in remote working hubs.