Article - Handling flexible working requests fairly, starting from day one
Started by Amanda Opie
350 points
Amanda Opie
From April 2024, UK employees gained the right to request flexible working from day one — an important step toward healthier, more inclusive workplaces.
But as this new piece from HR Grapevine points out, handling those requests fairly is what really matters.
At MHScot, we see flexible working as more than a policy — it’s a reflection of trust, psychological safety, and workplace culture. When people feel safe to ask for what they need, they feel valued. When leaders listen and respond fairly, wellbeing grows.
Flexibility isn’t just about where or when we work — it’s about creating the kind of culture where people can thrive and stay well at work.
Because when we build trust, we build healthier, stronger organisations.
350 points
Amanda Opie
From April 2024, UK employees gained the right to request flexible working from day one — an important step toward healthier, more inclusive workplaces.
But as this new piece from HR Grapevine points out, handling those requests fairly is what really matters.
At MHScot, we see flexible working as more than a policy — it’s a reflection of trust, psychological safety, and workplace culture. When people feel safe to ask for what they need, they feel valued. When leaders listen and respond fairly, wellbeing grows.
Flexibility isn’t just about where or when we work — it’s about creating the kind of culture where people can thrive and stay well at work.
Because when we build trust, we build healthier, stronger organisations.