The employer has no binding commitment to provide flexible work schedule, however, they are obliged to respect the rights of queries. Under the new laws, an employee who is a parent, or has a responsibility for the care of a child under school age may request flexible working arrangements, such as changes in hours of work, work patterns or work locations (that is, working from home). The employee must have had more than 12 months of continued service or, in the case of casual employees, must have ...