WRC Codes of Practice – The Future of Remote, Flexible & Longer Working Arrangements
Published on: 24/04/2026
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Sarah Linehan Solicitor, Employment Solicitor, EY Law Ireland

The landscape of Irish employment law working arrangements continues to evolve, with three significant developments for employers to consider: the revised Code of Practice on Access to Part-Time Working, the anticipated revision of the WRC's Code of Practice on Remote Working Requests, and the forthcoming Code of Practice on Contractual Retirement Ages. 

The key themes emerging from these developments include enhanced transparency in employer decision-making and more robust internal procedures about working arrangements.

This article examines each development in turn, highlighting the key practical implications and steps employers can take.

Code of Practice on Access to Part-Time Working 

The revised Code of Practice on Access to Part-Time Working (“the Revised Code”) updates a 20-year-old previous version. It is a timely

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