It's a matter of respect imo, both for the company and your colleagues to show up on time. I'm all for flexibility, I don't mind if my team come in an hour or two late or leave early, but would expect them to work the hours back some other time - otherwise, where does it end? Obviously outside...
What are the odds the employee involved is under the age of 25? Seeing this happen more and more with Gen Z.
Good luck OP. It can be challenging in a new management position. Also need to remember the effect this employees actions can have on other members of the team. If it seems that he/she...