What works for me is to be present in the office, but on flexible hours so I can manage our child's school hours and after-school activities and my wife's work requirements. A vivid image of what should exist acts as a surrogate for reality. Pursuit of the image then prevents pursuit of the reality -- John K. Galbraith
True you could take your employer to tribunal if you are turned down but that's a lengthy process to go through that will undoubtedly damage the relationship between employer and employee. Ad astra per aspera