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Can an employee take unpaid leave?

As an employer, you probably have a good understanding of what paid annual leave your employees are entitled to. But when it comes to unpaid holiday,...

Flexible Working, Leave

17 April, 2025 by Laura Sands

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The right to request a four-day working week

Flexible Working

12 September, 2024 by Matt Rooke

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A four-day work week: the pros and cons

Flexible Working

16 February, 2024 by Laura Sands

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6 vital things to consider in your flexible working policy

Flexible Working

6 February, 2024 by Laura Sands

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What is flexible working?

Flexible Working

5 February, 2024 by Laura Sands

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6 ways SMEs can support flexible working for parents

Flexible Working

31 January, 2023 by Aimée Brougham-Chandler

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Why flexible working benefits your employees

Flexible Working

3 February, 2022 by Laura Sands

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How to manage staggered shift patterns

Flexible Working

24 June, 2021 by Aimée Brougham-Chandler

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What is hybrid working?

Flexible Working

14 May, 2021 by Andy Stewart

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What are the legal requirements of working from home?

Flexible Working

17 February, 2021 by Andy Stewart

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