Operational Rigidity

Declining all rota changes indefinitely

Is this considered a reasonable adjustment under UK Law?

Overview

Business needs change; total rigidity is rarely reasonable.

For Employees

Ask for a "fixed shift pattern" so you don't need to change, rather than just refusing changes.

For Employers

You can agree a fixed pattern as an adjustment, but "I will never change" is not reasonable if the business remodels.

Key Considerations

  • Fixed pattern request.
  • Notice period.

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