Managing staff absence
In small teams, one person being away can have a noticeable impact. You may worry…
NEILROBERTLEONARDFebruary 6, 2026
Keeping in touch
People vary in how much contact they want during parental leave. Some like staying connected…
NEILROBERTLEONARDFebruary 6, 2026
Planning the Return to Work
Returning to work after parental leave can feel like a big step. A bit of…
NEILROBERTLEONARDFebruary 6, 2026
Parental leave reform needs to consider small and medium businesses
The UK government announced a landmark review of parental leave in July 2025. This responds…
NEILROBERTLEONARDFebruary 13, 2026
New research uncovers the economic and social benefits of improving paternity leave
Parliamentarians from across the parties came together to hear new research from academics that have…
NEILROBERTLEONARDFebruary 13, 2026
Flexible working
Flexible working is a key support tool in many SMEs, especially where more costly benefits,…
NEILROBERTLEONARDFebruary 6, 2026
Childcare support
Childcare pressures are a major part of working parents’ day-to-day experience. Arrangements can be complex,…
NEILROBERTLEONARDFebruary 6, 2026
Breastfeeding support
Returning to work is a key reason many women reduce or stop breastfeeding – often…
NEILROBERTLEONARDFebruary 6, 2026
Limited resources
Tight resources – in terms of time and money - are often a key characteristic…
NEILROBERTLEONARDFebruary 15, 2026
Limited resources
Tight resources – in terms of time and money - are often a key characteristic…
NEILROBERTLEONARDFebruary 15, 2026
