With the relaxation of the Scottish Government’s work from home guidance, I firmly believe that the majority of people asked to begin going back will adapt quickly and cope well.
As we evolve, however, the simple fact to keep in mind is that, over almost two years now, working at home has become the norm for so many of us, myself included. We have rebuilt personal and professional routines to strike the best balance. Many for the better.
The thought of redrawing arrangements once again – even only for a limited number of days – will doubtless feel like a drag to some.
That being said, we know that working from home is not without its challenges. We have all heard of or know people who have struggled on many levels from not having colleagues physically next to them, for example, or working in a shared flat. It has posed real issues for some businesses in managing teams too.
So, whether you are anxious about a partial return to the office – due to ongoing fears about coronavirus, personal arrangements or any other factor – or itching to get back to as many hours as possible in the office, there are lots of things for us and our employers to consider.
But, while the practical picture may be complicated for some, the legal one is relatively straightforward.
If your contract of employment states that your office is your place of work, a request for you to go to that office is a reasonable one. It’s an instruction that you would fairly be expected to follow.
You would, of...
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