Statement of ServiceSmall firms lead in flexible working
The UK's small and medium-sized businesses are embracing flexible working practices for parents in ever increasing numbers, according to new research.
Almost three-quarters of SMBs have introduced flexible working options, and nearly a half gave the thumbs up to government plans to extend flexible working to parents of older children.
However, proposed legislation to extend maternity leave from 39 to 52 weeks, and offer fathers up to 26 weeks paternity leave with statutory pay in the event of the mother returning to work, were met with some caution.
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May 8, 2008
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