New report reveals motherhood penalty continues to undermine workforce retention
Pregnancy discrimination, unaffordable parental leave and rising childcare costs continue to force thousands of women out of the workforce, according to one of the UK’s largest studies into pregnancy, parenthood and employment. Produced by campaign group Pregnant Then Screwed in partnership with Women in Data, the State of the Nation 2026 report draws on responses from […]
Practical absence management strategies for HR
Employee absence is an inevitable part of working life, but unmanaged or persistent absence can affect productivity, increase costs, place additional pressure on colleagues and reduce employee engagement. For HR professionals, the challenge is not simply recording absences but understanding why they occur and creating a workplace that supports employee wellbeing while maintaining operational resilience. […]