Inquiry · Opened 30 April 2026
Equality at work: flexible working and disability
From: Women and Equalities Committee
What this inquiry is asking
This inquiry examines whether flexible working arrangements genuinely support disabled employees in the workplace, and whether current legal protections and employer practices are sufficient. It's investigating the intersection of disability rights, flexible working policy, and practical workplace inclusion.
Status / emerging findings
- Inquiry opened 30 April 2026; evidence gathering underway
- No evidence sessions completed to date
- One publication issued; substantive findings pending witness testimony
Why it matters
Disabled workers often depend on flexible arrangements to stay employed; this inquiry will determine whether law and practice actually deliver that protection, or whether employers are sidestepping obligations.
Themes
Written evidence & correspondence
Engagement document · 30 April 2026
Flexible working and disability terms of reference - easy read version
Themes & actors
Topics across publication summaries
Top organisations & named entities
- Women and Equalities Committee·1 reference
- House of Commons·1 reference
- Parliament·1 reference
- Government·1 reference
- Members of Parliament·1 reference
- Equality and Human Rights Commission·1 reference
- Access to Work scheme·1 reference
Source · parliament.uk inquiry record ↗