Money worries force UK parents back to work early, research reveals
The Working Families Index 2025 found that nearly half (47%) of parents said they could not afford more time off.
OU launches toolkits to break down barriers for mothers returning to work
The university will work with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to train career coaches across its 600 Jobcentres.
UK sectors fail to bridge £6,230 maternity pay shortfall, research reveals
Resume.io research revealed that statutory maternity pay (SMP) for 2025 rose slightly to £187.18 per week after the first six weeks.
Workplace discrimination persists as 84% of mothers face career hurdles – Randstad UK
Victoria Short said: “Organisations that fail to offer genuine, career-friendly flexibility risk losing a critical segment of their workforce.”
Employers must support parents to maintain productivity, says Avilio CEO
Philippe Masson said: “Employers need to support their talent so that they can excel in their roles, while still fulfilling and enjoying their roles as parents.”
Parents to receive day one right to neonatal care leave and pay
Neonatal Care Leave will apply to parents of babies who are admitted into neonatal care up to 28 days old.
Canada Life enhances parental and family friendly benefit policies
Canada Life also introduced additional support for colleagues who have recently experienced pregnancy loss.
EHRC releases updated toolkit to combat pregnancy and maternity discrimination
The toolkit outlines necessary actions for employers to protect their staff from discrimination before, during, and after maternity leave.
Uniqlo UK boosts entry-level wages by 7% and introduces enhanced parental leave benefits
Uniqlo UK announces a 7% wage increase for entry-level employees and enhanced parental leave benefits, reinforcing its commitment to becoming an employer of choice and attracting young talent.
