flexible work

U.K. workers gain new rights for sick pay, parental leave, and more

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U.K. workers gain new rights for sick pay, parental leave, and more

Britain’s new Labour government unveiled Thursday a slew of new rights for millions of workers, including more generous rules for sick pay and parental leave and major restrictions on certain employment practices such as fire and rehire — a package of measures described by ministers as the biggest overhaul of workers’ rights in a generation. … Read more

Some firms maximise flexible work arrangement options in efforts to attract and retain talent

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Some firms maximise flexible work arrangement options in efforts to attract and retain talent

SINGAPORE: For working mothers, balancing a career and childcare is never easy.    The juggling act has been even harder for Ms Carene Song, as her 11-year-old son has special needs.   But thanks to her company’s policy, which allows employees to work remotely two days each week, she is able to better manage both work and … Read more