Employers urged to consult with staff as demand for remote working remains

Friday's sudden announcement will have employers dusting down their return-to-work plans

Trade unions and human resources experts alike are cautioning employers wishing to bring staff back to the workplace to plan for the future, and consult with their employees. Picture: iStock

Employers are being warned against forcing staff to make a rapid return to office-based work following the lifting of nearly all pandemic restrictions in Ireland.

For almost two years, the country has faced some of the most stringent rules and limitations imposed by any Government which have severely impacted a range of sectors.