Post-COVID,
flexible workplace arrangements have become more popular with
both employees and organisations.
The right to request flexible working arrangements in its
current form has been in place since 2009. However, in many cases
that right was not being appropriately observed by employers and as
such, was consequently of little value to many employees.
One of the main themes of the Fair Work
Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022
is flexible working arrangements.
What amendments have been made?
The flexibility amendments, which commence on 6 June 2023,
encourage transparent communication between employers and
employees, and opportunities for appeal and remedy. In particular,
the amendments:
