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House of Lords Warns: Labour's Reforms Could Spark Legal Chaos

11/13/2025

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The House of Lords warns Labour's proposed workers' rights reforms could trigger extensive litigation over flexible working.
It notes potential employer responsibilities for health and safety of remote workers.
The report says homeworking is common among university-educated professionals, risking inequality.
The government will review policies on office attendance and flexible working, as the long-term effects of remote work remain uncertain.
Civil servants may strike if forced back to the office.

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The House of Lords warns Labour's proposed workers' rights reforms could trigger extensive litigation over flexible working.
It notes potential employer responsibilities for health and safety of remote workers.
The report says homeworking is common among university-educated professionals, risking inequality.
The government will review policies on office attendance and flexible working, as the long-term effects of remote work remain uncertain.
Civil servants may strike if forced back to the office.