Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)
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The Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act was enacted on 4 April 2023. Under the Act, all employees will have a right to request remote working.

The legislation contains an obligation on the employer to consider both their needs and the needs of employees when considering a request for remote working arrangements. Employers will also be required to have regard to a Code of Practice when considering such a request from their employees. Work on the development of the Code of Practice is ongoing. The Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) have recently held a public consultation, which was receiving submissions up until 9 June. My intention is that the Code will be published as soon as practicable, following the conclusion of the work of the WRC.