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Below you can read a selections of articles which have been published in the national and regional press, and online, which mention WorkingMums.co.uk. If you have any press enquiries please ring 0208 432 6094.

2009/10

Grandparents 'help parents return to work'
Chartered Management Institute, 25th Aug 2010
Click here to read article relating to the Workingmums.co.uk annual survey.

Working parents rely on mum and dad for childcare
Onrec, 25th Aug 2010
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Working parents forced to depend on family members for childcare as costs soar
HR Magazine, 24th Aug 2010
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Cost of childcare prevents mums returning to work
Made for Mums, 24th Aug 2010
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'More parents rely on grandparents' says survey conducted by Workingmums.co.uk
Virgin Media, 24th Aug 2010
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Workingmums.co.uk Annual Survey Coverage
August 2010
Institute of Leadership and Management - Working mothers rely on family for childcare. Click here to read article.
Think Baby - 40% of mums can’t afford to return to work. Click here to read article.
Chatterbox Blog - More parents rely on grandparents. Click here to read article.
Fresh Business Thinking - Working parents rely on mum and dad for childcare. Click here to read article.
Wales Online - Grandparents Helping Out. Click here to read article.
Wales Online - Childcare comes free from older generation. Click here to read article.
Press Association - More parents rely on grandparents. Click here to read article.
MSN - More parents rely on grandparents. Click here to read article.
Scotsman - Grandparents playing key childcare role. Click here to read article.
Mix96 - Buckinghamshire Grandparenting Expert Tells Us If It's Fair To Get Granny To Babysit. Click here to read article.
Daily Finance - More parents rely on grandparents. Click here to read article.
Father World - More parents rely on grandparents. Click here to read article.
Youth Work Digest - Grandparents playing key childcare role. Click here to read article.

The next big thing?: How child-focused businesses are growing in appeal
Independent, 29th July 2010
An increasing number of parents are setting up businesses focused on children says article by the Independent.
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Workingmums.co.uk Top Employer Awards
Workingmums.co.uk, 9th June 2010
Workingmums.co.uk has launched the inaugural Workingmums.co.uk Top Employer Awards to publicly recognise and celebrate those organisations that show a commitment to promoting flexible working, diversity and work life balance.
Read article.  Workingmums.co.uk Top Employer Awards

Are working mums asking for too much?
BBC Five Live Tony Livesey programme, April 2010
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What does the General Election mean for you?
Families magazine, London South West, March 2010
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Working mums count long-term impact of recession
On Rec News, February 2010
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Can love survive when a woman earns more than a man
Daily Mail, February 2010
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Women as main breadwinners
BBC WM, Paul Franks programme, February 2010
1 hour 20 minutes into the programme

Multi-tasking - the key transferable parent skill
Onrec, January 2010
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Workingmums.co.uk featured in Guardian Flexible Working supplement
The Guardian, 20th January 2010
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Workingmums.co.uk interviewed about research on women settling back into work after maternity leave
BBC Three Counties Radio - November 2009
The interview is 2 hours and 5 minutes into this broadcast

Workingmums.co.uk talks to Coca Cola about women returning to work
Onrec - November 2009
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Workingmums survey contributes to Observer article
Observer - November 2009
Motherhood in facts and figuress
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Working mums interviewed for Guardian feature on women as the main breadwinners
Female breadwinners main family earners
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Workingmums launches platforms showcasing organisations on the cutting edge of flexible working
Onrec - September 2009
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Workingmums interviewed for BBC Spotlight Plymouth on nursery child abuse case
BBC Spotlight Plymouth - September 2009

Workingmums involved in debate on research on working mums and children's health
BBC Five Live - September 2009
Listen to the debate on the Victoria Derbyshire show.

Workingmums interviewed on research on working mums and children's health
BBC News 24 - September 2009

Flexible work tops agenda for crunch mums
Reuters UK - September 2009
Flexible working hours, homeworking opportunities and cover for emergencies or school holidays are the top concerns for working mothers, according to a Workingmums.co.uk survey.
Read article.

Flexible work 'key' for mothers
BBC - September 2009
Flexible working remains important to mothers despite uncertainty over jobs in the recession, a Workingmums.co.uk survey suggests.
Read article.

Working mums are a great untapped resource for SMEs
Real Business - September 2009
In a survey of 1,700 women undertaken by Workingmums.co.uk, a jobs site for working mums, results show that women don't expect the earth from their employers when they have children. Indeed, all they want is flexible working.
Read article.

Flexible working still the number one priority for mums
familyfriendlyworking.co.uk - September 2009
The economic recession has not dented women’s desire for flexible working, with almost all working mums rating flexibility as “very important” to them, according to the annual survey by WorkingMums the UK’s leading jobs site for working mums.
Read article.

Workingmums' response to Government announcement on split maternity/paternity leave
Reuters UK - September 2009
Gillian Nissim, founder of workingmums.co.uk, said: "Workingmums welcomes the news that the Government is to allow parents to share the second six months' parental leave after their baby is born. We believe it will have a positive impact on family life, both economically, since women are often the main breadwinners in
their family, and practically. It will give dads the opportunity to spend more time with their children and take an equal role in raising their children from a very young age.
"This could in turn encourage more dads to seek flexible working so that they continue to play a strong role in their children's upbringing and will break down the barriers which have held women back in their careers for so long. A more equal sharing of flexible work would not only improve family life, but would result in more flexible jobs at senior level, greater diversity at senior levels and would ensure companies make the most of the
talent and experience they have within their workforce."

The credit crunch forces stay-at-home mothers back to work
Sunday Mirror- April 2009
The recession is driving thousands of mums back to work as they try to keep family finances afloat. Advice on working again and how it affects family finances...
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Mum's the World
First Voice - April 2009
Going back to work after the birth of your baby needn't be a headache. Alex Blyth speaks to one mother whose business idea has helped mums and employers get off to a flying start.
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Many happy returns
Practical Parenting - March 2009
Does your stomach churn when you count the days until your maternity leave is over. Follow our easy tips to become a confident and happy working mum. Gillian Nissim offers advice on building confidence.
Read article (pdf)

Building confidence
Bounty - March 2009
Returning to work after maternity leave can be unsettling to say the least, but these simple strategies will help you build confidence. Read article.

Relationships at Work
Bounty - March 2009
Do you feel that you're treated differently at work these days, or that no-one takes any interest in your precious baby? While working mums shouldn't expect special treatment, your new status as a mum as well as an employee shouldn't mean you are treated badly. Read article.

Men losing jobs at twice rate of women
Financial Times - 9th March 2009
Men are losing their jobs at more than twice the rate of women in the UK, casting doubt on recent claims that women may bear the brunt of the global economic turmoil. Job sites targeting working mothers have reported a surge in candidates as the deepening recession forces more women back into full or part-time employment, writes Megan Murphy. Read article.

How to be a mum-preneur
My Baby Talk - February 2009
Advice on going back to work for mothers:
Q – I’ve recently had a baby and need to go back to work. My old job means a lengthy commute with long hours but I can’t afford to stay at home. What are my options? Read article.

WorkingMums is growing
Onrec - February 2009
WorkingMums.co.uk, a leading jobsite for professional women looking for flexible, part-time, office and home-based job opportunities has today announced that it has appointed Dionne White as Sales Director to manage and grow the existing sales team as well as drive sales and relationships. Read article.

£500 carrot to persuade stay-at-home mothers to get back into the workplace
Times - 10th January 2009
Mothers who have been looking after children full-time for five years or more will be entitled to training worth £500 to help them get back to work.
Read article

2008

The Mother of all Decisions
Guardian - December 2008
With families now feeling the economic pinch, many mums are having to return to work earlier than they would like. But try explaining that to the kids, says Josephine Murray
Read article

More to Life than Shoes
December 2008
Profile piece and top tips on working mothers from Gillian Nissim, Founder of WorkingMums.co.uk.
Read article

Latest WorkingMums research
October 2008
WorkingMums.co.uk has just conducted some research, discussing how mothers are feeling a stronger need to return to work due to the credit crisis. The release also looks at how employers need to look more into different working options to help reduce the impact of the economic downturn:

HRzone - HR Flexible working extentions. Click here to view article.
Recruiter - Working Mothers. Click here to view article.
Personnel Today - Gender pay gap not necessarily about employer discrimination. Click here to view article.
HR Magazine - Tough times sees mums return to work. Click here to view article.

Economic crisis offers more opportunity for flexible work
Personnel Today - October 16th 2008
Economic crisis offers mums more opportunity for flexible work Personnel Today. The economic crisis presents a great opportunity for mums to find flexible work, according to an expert. Gillian Nissim, founder of flexible working website WorkingMums.co.uk, told Personnel Today there could be a boom in jobs to suit parents' needs. Read article

Q&A - Pregnancy Baby & You
September 2008
Gillian Nissim, founder of WorkingMums.co.uk answers your questions on:
- How can I save money for my baby’s arrival?
- What’s a child trust fund and how do I get one?
- Please can you explain the new maternity leave laws?
Download here (Pdf)

Nine months is only the start: Managing maternity
HRZone.co.uk - September 15th 2008
Sticking to the regulations is only half the battle when it comes to managing maternity in the workplace, yet in a shrinking talent pool managing the issues is crucial for success. Annie Hayes looks at where the opportunities lie. Read article.

Q&A - Pregnancy Baby & You
August 2008
Gillian Nissim, founder of WorkingMums.co.uk answers your questions on:
- Do new mums have any legal rights when it comes to flexible working?
- What should I do if I take maternity leave and then decide not to go back to work?
- Can I afford to be a stay-at-home mum
- am I entitled to any benefits?
Download here (Pdf)

Working mums are calling for greater employer flexibility
Smallbusiness.co.uk - July 8th 2008
The majority of working mothers are still frustrated by the lack of flexible working positions available, according to a survey. Read article.

Lack of flexibility bars mums from the workplace
TrainingJournal.com - July 4th 2008
A lack of flexible jobs is stopping many mums returning to work, according to the second annual survey by WorkingMums.co.uk. Read article.

Female Employees
Recruiter.co.uk - July 2nd 2008
Most working mothers are frustrated at the lack of flexible work available, according to a new survey. Read article.

Second annual survey shows that employers are still missing out on a huge pool of talent
OnRec.com - July 2nd 2008
The majority of working mothers are still frustrated by the lack of flexible working positions available, according to the second annual survey from Workingmums.co.uk. Read article.

Lack of flexible working fails mums
MHRZone.co.uk - July 2nd 2008
Mothers are hungry for work but feel that a lack of flexible working opportunities are holding them back, a poll of over 1,000 working mums has shown. Read article.

Mums-to-be should ask for flexible hours
RaisingKids.co.uk - July 2nd 2008
A new survey of working mothers has found that it pays to have conversations about moving to flexible hours before going on maternity leave. Read article.

Mums the Word
Mybusiness.co.uk - July 2nd 2008
A report reveals that businesses who are feeling the strain of skills gaps should look to employ mothers, who have the skills they are looking for but are not working because they are looking for more flexibility at work. Read article.

Maintaining working relationships 'important for new mums'
Lookinggood-feelinggreat.co.uk - July 2nd 2008
A large percentage of women are still not requesting flexible working before they go on maternity leave, according to a survey of 1000 women. Read article.

Job Websites target 'mummy market'
Mail on Sunday - June 30th 2008
Finding quality flexible work is still proving a challenge for many parents. Despite Government encouragement, flexibility still equals unreliability in the eyes of many employers, leaving highly skilled people shut out of the labour market. Read article.

Flexible Working
Global Appointments - June 2008
In survey after survey, flexible working is the one thing parents consistently say they value above all other benefits. For working mothers it ranks higher than salary and location. Now Government policy seems to be reflecting parents‘ demands. Read article.

Putting mums back in the workforce
Real Business - June 12th 2008
Gillian Nissim’s online job network Workingmums.co.uk has over 21,000 candidates on its books. This is no knitting circle; most of these women have over seven years business experience. Read article.

Radio Interview
BBC Three Counties Radio - May 14th 2008
Interview with working mums founder Gillian Nissim, and one of our successful candidates, Sharon Rusellini. Click here to download MP3

Radio Interview
East Sussex Today, Sovereign Radio - May 1st 2008
Interview with working mums founder Gillian Nissim, and one of our working mum's success stories, Marie-Laur Patel. Click here to download MP3

How to juggle family and job - without upsetting your workmates
The Times - March 28th 2008
Some mothers do manage to juggle children and career, but many end up frazzled wrecks. As if taking on (effectively) two jobs wasn’t enough, sometimes the attitude of work colleagues is far from supportive. Read article.

How to attract working mothers
New Business – Spring Issue
The majority of working mothers require flexibility in their working arrangements but 90% struggle to find it. And that could open doors for smaller organisations that have traditionally missed out on top staff. Read article.

Working Mums: flexible working policies
Best Practice Magazine – March 08
Flexible working policies for Mothers returning to work will help employers to tap into the wealth of experience and skills they offer. Read article.

The Parent Trap
Director Magazine - January 08
As additional parental leave kicks in, Jessica Twentyman finds out how small business directors are coping with family-friendly policies and whether they themselves are taking full leave. Read article.

Will your job be stolen if you take maternity leave?
You Magazine, Mail on Sunday – January 08
When women take time off to have a baby they may risk being sidelined, with their jobs taken over by ambitious childless colleagues. So how can mothers strike the right work-life balance ? And still be taken seriously in the workplace? Read article.

More mums 'looking for work' in new year
ClickAJob - 10 January 2008
Many mums are considering a move back into employment for the new year, it has emerged.A study of 422 women by WorkingMums.co.uk, has discovered that 83 per cent are keen to go back to work in 2008. Read article.

"Many" mothers want to return to work in new year
Women InTechnology - 10 January 2008
A large number of women are looking to return to work in the new year, according to new research. Figures released by workingmums.co.uk indicate that, of 422 such women polled, 83 per cent stated they would be looking for a job in 2008. Read article.

Working Mums's Guide
Askamum.co.uk - April 2008
From how to beat the tiredness and negotiate part-time work to sorting out childcare, this 7-page special explains how to enjoy life as a working mum. Read article.

'More mums to return to work' in 2008
Bounty.com - 09 January 2008
New research has revealed that 83% of new mothers in the UK intend to return to work in 2008. A poll conducted by jobsite WorkingMums found that many women want to get back into the workplace after having children but lack the confidence or resources to take the step. www.Bounty.com

New Year, New Job for Mothers
ForParentsByParents.co.uk - 09 January 2008
A new poll from WorkingMums.co.uk, a leading jobsite for women looking for flexible and home working employment opportunities, reveals that many mothers have resolved to get back to work in the New Year. www.forparentsbyparents.com

2007

Hands that rock the cradle have many other skills
Daily Telegraph - 06 December 2007
Jamie Oliver discovers that there is an army of unemployed but talented women keen to get back into working life. "We always said we were keen to employ mothers through flexible working arrangements, but the reality was we never practised what we preached. It was all talk''. Read article.

Flying High, the Working Mums
Financial Mail on Sunday - 25 November 2007
Many mothers of young children have part-time jobs, but more than 80 per cent of women who work flexibly say they are forced to take roles that are well below their level of expertise. www.mailonsunday.co.uk

Flexible: Workable?
Pass Magazine - November 2007
Most of us would like to choose hours and locations that suit our lifestyle, especially parents. 'Working flexibly reduces the costs and pressures associated with childcare', says Gillian Nissim, founder of WorkingMums.co.uk, a jobs website aimed at showcasing careers with employers who value the contribution made by mothers (and fathers). www.passmagazine.com

Talent pool overlooked by employers
Personnel Management Maternity Newsletter - November 2007
Mothers are anxious about returning to work after maternity leave because they lack confidence and feel that it is hard to find flexible work that matches their skills, according to a survey of over 600 mothers by www.WorkingMums.co.uk. www.personneltoday.com

Push to get single parents back to work
Click a Job - 28 September 2007
A new initiative has been set up to get single parents back into the world of work.The scheme, organised by West Lancashire district council and Jobcentre Plus, is trying to encourage parents in the area to become employed. www.ClickAJob.com

Brits opt to stay at home
Click a Job - 25 September 2007
Working from home is becoming a popular notion with Brits, according to the latest study. Conducted by insurance company Zurich, the research reveals that the nation's offices are moving towards flexible working with Brits choosing to work from home more often. www.ClickAJob.com

Mums want to work at home, says survey
Enterprise Nation - 19 September 2007
Shedworking blogger, Alex Johnson reports on a new poll from WorkingMums.co.uk, which suggests that 87% of mothers would rather from home than in an office. Read article.

Bosses 'may have to pay out more' for maternity leave
Click a Job - 18 September 2007
Employers could be forced to double their costs in benefits for maternity leave if the government approves new legislation. As reported by the Personnel Today website, government amendments to the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 would grant mothers the same rights in their second six months of maternity leave as they receive in the first six months. www.ClickAJob.com

Not Enough Flexibility Argue Mums
Concept Staffing - 17 September 2007
Employers are missing out on a huge pool of talent by failing to offer flexible working. A survey of over 600 mothers found that while the majority put flexibility as their top priority when searching for jobs, an astounding 90 per cent felt it was difficult to find the flexibility they needed with 83 per cent saying that it is hard to find flexible work that utilises their skills. Read article.

The parent trap: Dealing with childcare.
HRZone - 13 September 2007
It can be hard trying to juggle work and kids, with some parents having to settle for second-rate jobs in order to look after their family but keep the pennies rolling in. Louise Druce asks if firms are doing enough to be more childcare friendly. Read article.

Missing out - Employers fail to utilise working mothers to combat skills shortages
Recruitment Consultant - 12 September 2007
Employers are missing out on a huge pool of talent by failing to offer flexible working, according to a new survey by www.workingmums.co.uk. www.rec-con.co.uk

Children' Cancer Charity backs calls for support for working, caring parents
OnRec.com - 12 September 2007
Dr Carole Easton, Chief Executive of CLIC Sargent, says: “I was disappointed but not surprised to see from research by workingmums.co.uk that parents find it hard to get flexible work. CLIC Sargent has found that parents caring for children with cancer are also missing out at work.” Read article.

Working mothers left jobless
Milkround - 12 September 2007
Employers are missing out on a huge pool of talent by failing to offer flexible hours to working mothers. A survey of more than 600 mothers revealed the majority put flexibility as their top priority when searching for jobs. www.MilkRound.com

Survey reveals huge pool of talent overlooked by employers
OnRec.com - 11 September 2007
Employers are missing out on a huge pool of talent by failing to offer flexible working, according to a new survey by www.workingmums.co.uk. Read article.

Flexible working 'denied' to mothers
BDaily.com - 11 September 2007
About nine out of 10 mothers find it difficult to get a job with sufficient flexibility when they want to return to work, according to research released this week. The survey by workingmums.co.uk also found that many mothers felt employers were unsympathetic towards them. Read article.

Mums are a "huge pool of talent"
Clickajob.com - 11 September 2007
There is a "huge pool" of talented mums that bosses are missing out on, according to a new survey. Conducted by WorkingMums.co.uk, employers that don't offer flexible working hours could be doing so to their own detriment. www.clickajob.co.uk

Employers 'are overlooking talent'
HR Review - 11 September 2007
UK employers are missing out on a huge talent pool by failing to offer their staff flexible working conditions, according to new research. Figures, produced by WorkingMums.co.uk, indicate that, of 600 mothers surveyed, 90 per cent felt it was problematic to find the flexibility they require. Read article.

Lack of flexibility for working mothers
HRZone - 11 September 2007
The majority of working mothers are finding it difficult to find the flexibility they need when searching for jobs. Read article.

Working mums' talent overlooked
MyBusiness.co.uk - 11 September 2007
Employers in the UK’s small and medium-sized businesses could be missing out on a ‘huge pool of talent’, it has been suggested. New research has indicated that a large section of the population – namely, working mothers - are being overlooked by smaller firms, despite the problems employers are facing acquiring suitably skilled staff. Read article.

Working mums' talent overlooked
YourPeopleManagement.com - 11 September 2007
Employers in the UK’s small and medium-sized businesses could be missing out on a ‘huge pool of talent’, it has been suggested. New research has indicated that a large section of the population – namely, working mothers - are being overlooked by smaller firms, despite the problems employers are facing acquiring suitably skilled staff. www.yourpeoplemanager.com

Mothers 'denied flexible working'
BBC.co.uk - 10 September 2007
About nine out of 10 mothers find it difficult to get a job with sufficient flexibility when they want to return to work, a survey suggests. Read article.

BBC Xtra English
BBCArabic.com - September 2007
Welcome to BBC Xtra English. Today Cath and Liliane are talking about working mums and flexible working. A survey by website workingmums.co.uk looked at the issues surrounding women returning to work after having children. www.BBCArabic.com

Survey reveals huge pool of talent overlooked by employers
Comms-Dealer.com - September 2007
Employers are missing out on a huge pool of talent by failing to offer flexible working, according to a new survey by www.workingmums.co.uk, a jobsite for professional women looking for flexible, part-time, office and home-based job opportunities.www.comms-dealer.com

Survey reveals huge pool of talent overlooked by employers
HRLook.com - September 2007
Employers are missing out on a huge pool of talent by failing to offer flexible working, according to a new survey by www.workingmums.co.uk. www.hrlook.com

Working mothers denied flexible working
Xpert HR - September 2007
About 90% of mothers struggle to get sufficient flexibility when they return to work, according to research from workingmums.co.uk. http://www.xperthr.co.uk

How to attact working mothers
Newbusiness.co.uk - September 2007
The majority of working mothers require flexibility in their working arrangements but 90% struggle to find it. And that could open doors for smaller organisations that have traditionally missed out on top staff. www.newbusiness.co.uk

Mothers denied flexible working
UFS - September 2007
About nine out of 10 mothers find it difficult to get a job with sufficient flexibility when they want to return to work, a survey suggests. Read article

Q&A: WorkingMums founder Gillian Nissim
E-consultancy.com - 13 August 2007
WorkingMums is a recently-launched online service in the UK that displays flexible jobs opprtunities for women. Started last year by Gillian Nissim, a working Mum herself, the business has been profitable since November and has signed up 600 employers. We asked Gillian about her experiences of launching a start-up and her plans for the future. Read article.

Returning to work as a parent – tips from the top
Smallbusiness.co.uk - August 2007
As a mother of two and founder of WorkingMums.co.uk, Gillian Nissim says she knows what it's like to try to get back into work and start a business after having a child. SmallBusiness.co.uk asked her to touch on some of the issues faced by mums wanted to work more flexibly or for themselves and offer some insights. Read article.

Keeping it casual
Personnel Today Online - 13 June 2007
Part-time workers are part of the fabric of organisations, but are often overlooked and unintentionally discriminated against. Kate Hilpern reports. Read article.