Almost a third of working parents report ‘severe’ levels of stress
Working parents in the UK are reporting high levels of stress, according to the latest Modern Families Index by Bright Horizons Family Solutions.
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Bright Horizons – Modern Families Index UK Report 2025
This whitepaper explores the challenges working parents and carers face in today’s dynamic workplace and provides actionable insights for employers to better support this critical segment of the workforce.
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Working parents set aside £1,540 for childcare emergencies
Research from MetLife UK reveals that half of working parents (50%) have taken time off due to their child experiencing an accident.
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Venetia Leigh: Rising childcare costs: Why employers must step into the conversation
The emotional and financial demands of raising children often leaves parents feeling as though they’re perpetually spinning plates…
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Half of managers with children consider quitting over ‘parent guilt’
Half of managers who are also parents are considering leaving their roles due to ‘parent guilt’ while balancing work with family.
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Angela Stalker: What could a four-day week mean for working parents?
“Discussions around flexibility shine a spotlight on the challenges faced by many working parents and carers.”
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A quarter of parents forced to forgo pay due to unexpected childcare requirements
A recent study has highlighted the significant financial challenges faced by working parents when unexpected childcare needs arise.
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Shortage of wraparound childcare hampers parents’ work potential
A significant shortage of wraparound childcare in the UK is severely impacting parents’ ability to work to their full potential, according to new research.
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One fifth of working parents could only last a week without pay if their child fell ill
A recent study by MetLife UK has revealed concerning statistics about the financial vulnerability of working parents in the UK. What does this mean for HR?
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Bright Horizons – UK Work+Family Snapshot 2024
This report uncovers what working parents and carers most value from their employers and enable organisations to provide better support going forward.
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UK businesses expand support for working parents – but more can still be done
In the wake of Gallagher’s latest Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Report, UK businesses are making significant strides in supporting working parents.
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HR in Review 61 – Creating fostering-friendly policies in the workplace
In this episode of the HR in Review Podcast, host Amelia Brand is joined by Rachael Tate, HR Director for National Fostering Group. They dive into the crucial topic of developing fostering-friendly policies in the workplace!
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Bright Horizons – Modern Families Index 2023
This year’s Modern Families Index Spotlight reveals that family visibility in the world of work is here to stay.
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Work+Family Snapshot 2022
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Modern Families Index 2022 from Bright Horizons.
Flexibility and Family-Focus: The Keys to Retaining Talented Working Parents. Download the free report from Bright Horizons.
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Why Fertility is a Workplace Issue – with Peppy
The workplace taboos surrounding fertility, the potential impact on business and how employers can start conversations and support their employee are explored by James Marsh and Francesca Steyn.
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