Policy Responses

Modern Workplaces: Right to Request Flexible Working

The Employers for Carers Leadership Group supports the Government's proposed extension of the right to request flexible working to all employees (many members of the Group already offer this to their employees) and has commented on various questions in the consultation document.  Read the response from the Employers for Carers Leadership Group (September 2011)

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Shaping the Future of Care Together

The Employers for Carers Leadership Group believes that good care is not only critical for families, it is vital for business and society too. Read the response from the Employers for Carers Leadership Group (November 2009).

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Refreshing the National Carers Strategy

The Government has announced its intention to refresh the Carers Strategy and put together an action plan for the next five years. Employers for Carers' Leadership Group has submitted a response to the consultation centred around support for carers to remain in, and return to, work (September 2010).

Download: Refreshing the National Carers Strategy - Response from EfC Leadership Group (Spt. 2010)