Equality and Human Rights Commission

These publications have been specifically written for small and medium size businesses. See also our guidance for all employers.

Managing the downturn and preparing for recovery

This short guide sets out how employers can use flexible working and manage redundancies fairly. It explains the rights and entitlements of an employer as well as those of your employees.

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A short guide to flexible working

This guide explains what flexible working is and how you can make it work for your business.

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Straightforward answers to… 50 difficult questions

This guide covers the 50 most difficult questions small employers tell us they face on equality and good employment practice.

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