Another concern is if the weather worsens and parents are obliged to stay at home with their children due to school closures. Business group Dublin Chamber said that while it should be a case of “business as usual”, employers may need to be “flexible” when it comes to dealing with their staff. “”The number one priority for any business during adverse weather events should be the safety and well-being of staff, clients and customers. As was the case with Ophelia, a key consideration for employers will be whether or not employees should risk travelling to work. It also suggests that employers should now consider whether remote working might be a possibility for their employees.

Source: The Irish Times February 26, 2018 12:11 UTC