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Kildare South Fine Gael TD and Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon has said that an important public consultation on the right to request remote working has been launched.
Minister Heydon said this review is a vital step in ensuring that Ireland’s remote working framework remains clear, effective, and responsive to the needs of workers and employers.
The right to request remote working was introduced under the Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023, a landmark piece of legislation. This Act delivered on a key commitment to promote flexible working arrangements that benefit both employees and businesses, and marked a significant milestone in modernising workplace entitlements and reflected the evolving nature of work in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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“Remote working offers transformative benefits for Kildare residents: reducing commuting times, cutting greenhouse gas emissions, easing traffic congestion, and enabling people in Kildare to spend more time with their families,” said Minister Heydon
“It also broadens access to the labour market, helping parents, carers, and those living outside major urban centres to participate fully in the workforce. Fine Gael believes these changes strengthen Ireland’s competitiveness and quality of life.
“Fine Gael remains committed to policies that embrace innovation, empower workers, and make Ireland a great place to live and work. We encourage all interested parties in Kildare to submit their views before the deadline of 9 December 2025 and play a role in shaping a modern, dynamic economy.”
Concluding, Minister Heydon said, “This consultation is an opportunity for Kildare employees, employers, and the wider public to share their experiences and help shape the future of remote work. By engaging in this process, Kildare residents can ensure the legislation continues to deliver a fair and balanced approach that supports flexibility while safeguarding business needs.”
See link to consultation HERE.
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