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Tesco lifts pay for staff and extends paid maternity leave to 26 weeks

Tesco's hourly wage increase to €17.61 will exceed the future national living wage, reflecting the company's investment in its workforce.
#work-life-balance

The best parental leave policies have these 3 things in common

The U.S. lacks mandatory paid parental leave, prompting companies to enhance their policies to retain talent.

Best careers to pursue if you want to have a family

Tech industry is perceived as the most supportive of family life and work flexibility among parents in a recent survey.

I took 6 months of leave after the birth of my first child. It was too long for me.

Taking extended parental leave can lead to feelings of loneliness and stress, despite initial intentions.

You Don't Have to Give Up Your Career Ambitions For Your Personal Life. Here's How to Balance Them. | Entrepreneur

Establishing clear work-life boundaries is crucial for entrepreneurs to enhance job performance and company success.

Tips for Returning to Work after Maternity Leave | ClickUp

Returning to work after maternity leave requires thoughtful preparation to balance personal and professional responsibilities.

OPINION: I still carry so much with me from Swedish parental leave 12 years ago

Taking time off work for parental leave has been my most fulfilling decision, allowing me to bond deeply with my children.

The best parental leave policies have these 3 things in common

The U.S. lacks mandatory paid parental leave, prompting companies to enhance their policies to retain talent.

Best careers to pursue if you want to have a family

Tech industry is perceived as the most supportive of family life and work flexibility among parents in a recent survey.

I took 6 months of leave after the birth of my first child. It was too long for me.

Taking extended parental leave can lead to feelings of loneliness and stress, despite initial intentions.

You Don't Have to Give Up Your Career Ambitions For Your Personal Life. Here's How to Balance Them. | Entrepreneur

Establishing clear work-life boundaries is crucial for entrepreneurs to enhance job performance and company success.

Tips for Returning to Work after Maternity Leave | ClickUp

Returning to work after maternity leave requires thoughtful preparation to balance personal and professional responsibilities.

OPINION: I still carry so much with me from Swedish parental leave 12 years ago

Taking time off work for parental leave has been my most fulfilling decision, allowing me to bond deeply with my children.
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There are no federal parental leave protections for entrepreneurs. Here's how to manage

Hustle culture exacerbates the challenges faced by new mothers, impacting their health and work-life balance.
The U.S. is unique in its absence of a national paid parental leave program, affecting parents significantly.
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Opinion: A record number of teachers are leaving the job. Here's why I'm one of them

Record high teacher turnover persists since the pandemic, affected by low job satisfaction, inadequate support for parents, and historical biases within the profession.

3 North Shore school districts closed Tuesday as teacher strikes to continue after Veteran's Day

Unions accuse school committees of bad faith bargaining, leading to ongoing strikes in Beverly, Gloucester, and Marblehead.

Finnish fathers taking nearly double length of paternity leave since 2022 reform

Finland's 2022 reform nearly doubled parental leave length, equalizing leave for both parents and significantly increasing fathers' participation in childcare.
#employment-law

Making female London Underground driver work Saturdays is not sex discrimination tribunal

Expecting a female London Underground driver to work on a Saturday was not considered sex discrimination.
Flexibility in shift patterns was impacted by company's service quality concerns and individual circumstances were not prioritized.

U.K. workers gain new rights for sick pay, parental leave, and more

Britain's Labour government has proposed significant new rights for workers, marking a substantial overhaul in employment protections set to be implemented in 2026.

Government to outline major overhaul of workers' rights

Planned overhaul of workers' rights includes unpaid parental leave and protections from unfair dismissal from the first day of employment.

How will the changes to sick pay and parental leave affect you?

The new Employment Rights Bill will significantly improve sick pay and parental leave for workers in the UK.

Parental leave bill for bereaved passes first stage in Commons

Proposed law would guarantee immediate parental leave for parents whose partner dies in childbirth
Current law requires 26 weeks of work and three months' notice to qualify for parental leave

Making female London Underground driver work Saturdays is not sex discrimination tribunal

Expecting a female London Underground driver to work on a Saturday was not considered sex discrimination.
Flexibility in shift patterns was impacted by company's service quality concerns and individual circumstances were not prioritized.

U.K. workers gain new rights for sick pay, parental leave, and more

Britain's Labour government has proposed significant new rights for workers, marking a substantial overhaul in employment protections set to be implemented in 2026.

Government to outline major overhaul of workers' rights

Planned overhaul of workers' rights includes unpaid parental leave and protections from unfair dismissal from the first day of employment.

How will the changes to sick pay and parental leave affect you?

The new Employment Rights Bill will significantly improve sick pay and parental leave for workers in the UK.

Parental leave bill for bereaved passes first stage in Commons

Proposed law would guarantee immediate parental leave for parents whose partner dies in childbirth
Current law requires 26 weeks of work and three months' notice to qualify for parental leave
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#labour-party

Labour's employment rights bill: what key changes will it bring?

Labour's employment rights bill introduces immediate rights for workers, including protections against unfair dismissal and sick pay from day one.

Reynolds condemns scaremongering' over Labour's workers' rights overhaul

Labour's upcoming employment bill will significantly enhance workers' rights, transforming lives for many, including expectant mothers and bereaved parents.

Labour's employment rights bill: what key changes will it bring?

Labour's employment rights bill introduces immediate rights for workers, including protections against unfair dismissal and sick pay from day one.

Reynolds condemns scaremongering' over Labour's workers' rights overhaul

Labour's upcoming employment bill will significantly enhance workers' rights, transforming lives for many, including expectant mothers and bereaved parents.
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#working-parents

'The money goes straight from my account into childcare bills' - working parents want more help in Budget

Childcare costs remain a significant burden for working parents despite some reductions as children grow older.

Parental Leave Is Broken | The Walrus

Expectations on working parents
Disparities in parental leave uptake

'The money goes straight from my account into childcare bills' - working parents want more help in Budget

Childcare costs remain a significant burden for working parents despite some reductions as children grow older.

Parental Leave Is Broken | The Walrus

Expectations on working parents
Disparities in parental leave uptake
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Male Activists Tie Baby Dolls In Slings To Male Statues In Call For Better U.K. Paternity Leave

There is a significant deficiency in paternity leave policies in the U.K., affecting family wellbeing and financial stability.

What 'day one rights' could mean for employees and their bosses

The Employment Rights Bill introduces significant changes to workplace rights, especially emphasizing protections from the first day of employment.

In The US, Unpaid Maternity Leave Costs Moms Almost $10k

Motherhood is undercompensated in the U.S., with many taking unpaid leave that costs about $9,480 on average.
#workplace-challenges

This is the top concern for the majority of women who take parental leave

Returning to work after parental leave can be challenging, impacting both employees and their teams despite generous policies.

Call to end motherhood penalty' as women report slower careers

Over a quarter of working mothers believe their career progression slowed after parental leave.
Most parents face challenges upon returning to work, with a higher percentage of mothers compared to fathers.

This is the top concern for the majority of women who take parental leave

Returning to work after parental leave can be challenging, impacting both employees and their teams despite generous policies.

Call to end motherhood penalty' as women report slower careers

Over a quarter of working mothers believe their career progression slowed after parental leave.
Most parents face challenges upon returning to work, with a higher percentage of mothers compared to fathers.
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New parents in line for budget boost as minister pushes for benefit increases

Heather Humphreys advocates for a €20 increase in maternity, paternity, and parents' benefits to support families with newborns.
#childcare

Improved employment policies can encourage fathers to be more involved at home

Remote work during the pandemic has led to increased involvement of Canadian fathers in household work and childcare.
Access to policies like parental leave and remote work is limited, hindering their potential for promoting gender equality in caregiving.

Sinn Fein say 10 per day childcare plan could be in place by next year if party was in government

Sinn Féin proposes reforms to make childcare more affordable, including capping costs and increasing educators' pay, to support working families.

Sinn Fein say 10 per day childcare plan could be in place by next year if party was in government

Sinn Féin proposes capping childcare costs and increasing pay for educators to improve early childhood education accessibility and affordability.

Improved employment policies can encourage fathers to be more involved at home

Remote work during the pandemic has led to increased involvement of Canadian fathers in household work and childcare.
Access to policies like parental leave and remote work is limited, hindering their potential for promoting gender equality in caregiving.

Sinn Fein say 10 per day childcare plan could be in place by next year if party was in government

Sinn Féin proposes reforms to make childcare more affordable, including capping costs and increasing educators' pay, to support working families.

Sinn Fein say 10 per day childcare plan could be in place by next year if party was in government

Sinn Féin proposes capping childcare costs and increasing pay for educators to improve early childhood education accessibility and affordability.
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A breast pump startup wants to give working mothers more of their day back

MilkMate simplifies breastfeeding for working mothers, enhancing productivity and encouraging healthier workplace support.

'A great opportunity to bond': Foreign fathers on the joys of Swedish parental leave

Sweden's parental leave system fosters a more balanced approach to child-rearing, encouraging fathers to share caregiving responsibilities.

Why a big law firm is rolling back parental leave

Employers offer parental leave for recruitment/retention, not altruism.

Major Biglaw Firm Slashes Parental Leave

DLA Piper reduces parental leave by six weeks, going against the trend of expanding Biglaw parental leave policies.
This decision negatively impacts adoptive parents, foster parents, fathers, and birthing parents at the firm.

NYC gives raises, extends parental, family leave to retain city workers

The majority of New York City's workforce is unionized and receives paid family and parental leave through collective bargaining.
Non-union workers will receive a 15.25% salary increase over five years, along with a $3,000 lump sum payment.

Newton teacher strike cancels fourth school day as negotiations show little progress

The Newton teacher strike will continue into Wednesday, with no progress in negotiations.
The union is fighting for demands including better parental leave and full-time social workers at every school.

Improved employment policies can encourage fathers to be more involved at home

Remote work during the pandemic has led to increased involvement of Canadian fathers in household work and childcare.
Access to policies like parental leave and remote work is limited, hindering their potential to promote gender equity in caregiving.

Gender pay gap in Australian public service more than 13%, study finds

The gender pay gap in federal public service is 13.5%, less than private sector's 21.7%. Public sector's flexible policies contribute to a more balanced workforce.
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