The ongoing dispute regarding blended working arrangements in the civil service centers around changes proposed by the Department of Social Protection and others seeking a reduction in remote workdays. The Department outlined its intention to implement new policies for office attendance starting February 1, after discussions with unions that began last November. Meanwhile, the Department of Finance asserts no alterations to its remote working practices, despite claims from unions of impending changes without consultation. The tensions highlight the complex negotiations needed to balance workforce preferences with business requirements in government departments.
A spokesperson at the Department of Social Protection confirmed it is seeking an increase in office days, stating that blended work arrangements will be implemented in early February.
The natural evolution of remote working arrangements hinges on consultations with unions, with changes made to accommodate feedback throughout the review process.
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