Flexible working policies abound in local government

Article Abstract:

A survey of local government offices in the United Kingdom reveals that many expect to adopt more flexible working conditions for their employees in the coming years. Nearly 85% of those surveyed currently offer flexible working hours, and 62% have job-sharing policies. Over 20% offer career break opportunities. Eighteen percent offer annual hours arrangements, with another 16% expecting to adopt the practice. Working from home is an option in 7% of the offices, with another 14% expecting to adopt formal home-work schemes in the future.

Surveys, Telecommuting, Leaves of absence

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Experiences of annual hours

Article Abstract:

An Industrial Relations Services (IRS) survey of how businesses implemented flexibility in their personnel's work hours with annual hours contracts indicated the programs have been successful. Among the primary reasons for scheduling flexible hours was that the employers wanted more control in matching personnel with production or service needs. Major drawbacks were the complexities of administration and employee dissatisfaction with working weekends.

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Flexible workers on call at Tesco

Article Abstract:

UK retailer Tesco has introduced a flexible working plan in an effort to improve customer relations and lower costs. The plan, which was tested in a three-year trial, allows employees to work a combination of core and flexible hours. Flexible employees receive standard benefits as well as contractual guarantees on shifts and related issues.

Human resource management, Tesco (UK)

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