Childcare
Laura Pidcock outlines Labour’s family friendly policies
In the second of our election interviews with the main political parties about their... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Read all the latest news and features related to maternity and parental leave in this archive. There are guides, case studies, Q&As and news items to guide you through the big adjustment in your life.
Maternity & Parental Leave
Do I have to take my annual leave before my baby arrives?
Our company is in the process of being bought and will likely to all be finalised in... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
RB extends parental leave rights across the world
RB has announced a generous global parental leave policy. read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
My partner started a new job. Will he qualify for parental leave?
I'm due to give birth in the Spring. I have worked for the same employer and been... read more
Tax Credits & Benefits
SNP launches manifesto with pledges on parental leave
The SNP has launched its manifesto which includes pledges on parental leave and welfare. read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
28% of workers put off having kids due to lack of tech support on return
Over a quarter of workers say fears about being left behind in a fast-changing workplace,... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Call for more openness about parental leave policies
Mumsnet analysis shows the vast majority of FTSE250 companies don't publish their parental... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Call for stronger maternity protections
Maternity Action calls for stronger protection for pregnant women and new mothers,... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Can I claim back tax and NI if I have to pay back enhanced maternity pay?
I didn't return to work after maternity leave and have had to pay back enhanced maternity... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Why you need to apply quickly for Maternity Allowance
Some women are facing delays in getting Maternity Allowance. It's one of a number of... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Will tax overpaid on maternity leave be repaid automatically?
My wife went on maternity leave earlier this year and returns before the end of the tax... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Rights around paying back maternity pay if I return part time
I am currently on maternity leave. My company’s maternity policy is a good one and I... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
‘Most parents not aware of working parent issues before having kids’
A workingmums.co.uk poll finds the shock of becoming a working parent is still something... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Aberdeen Standard Life raises the bar on parental leave
Standard Life Aberdeen offers all staff up to a year off on parental leave and nine months... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Can we opt out of statutory pay if my SPP is better than my wife’s?
My wife and I are expecting in December, and we are currently finalising our plans for... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Planning ahead for Shared Parental Leave
Tom Burns from global learning company Pearson talks about his experience of taking Shared... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Call for greater transparency on flexible working and parental leave
A survey of parents, carers and progressive employers shows big support for greater... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Hours to change after maternity leave
I'm due to return to work after additional maternity leave and my company has offered me... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Transferring tax allowance on maternity leave
Can I transfer my free taxable allowance (£12,500) to my husband while I'm on maternity... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
Can my employer withhold sick pay for pregnancy-related illness?
I have had four periods of sickness, three of them related to pregnancy. Payroll are... read more
Maternity & Parental Leave
What if I take a new job while my partner is on Shared Parental Leave?
I’m currently on maternity leave. I’m sharing the leave with my partner. I’m due to... read more
