women

How you can cut the cost of childcare

By Sarah Coles Update: Thu, 14/08/2008 - 16:02

As childcare becomes more expensive, Sarah Coles shows how, with a little flexibility, parents can reduce the cost without compromising the quality of care. Read more

Maternity rights holding back women, equalities watchdog warns

Update: Tue, 15/07/2008 - 09:15

The head of the equalities watchdog has called for better paternity rights for fathers amid concern that extensions to paid maternity leave puts women at a disadvantage at work. Read more

Equality bill to outlaw age discrimination

Update: Thu, 26/06/2008 - 13:29

The government is to outline new equality plans that will outlaw age discrimination in the provision of products such as insurance, and address pay gaps between male and female workers. Read more

Women twice as likely to be low paid

Fri, 20/06/2008 - 14:27

Women are twice as likely to be stuck in low paid jobs, with is contributing to levels of child poverty in the UK, a new report reveals. Read more

Pre-nups could become legally binding

By Liam Tarry Thu, 12/06/2008 - 16:00

Pre-nuptial agreements could become legally binding, following a legal review by the Law Commission. Read more

Women ditching the office for a career in trade

By Hannah Ricci Update: Mon, 09/06/2008 - 13:49

The stereotype builder may be a burly bloke but, as Hannah Ricci discovers, a growing number of women are finding that learning a trade could provide the perfect job. Read more

More parents to be given flexible working rights

By Emma Lunn Update: Tue, 20/05/2008 - 16:05

Over four million parents will be able to request flexible working from next April, after Gordon Brown announced an extension to parents’ existing rights. Read more

Women discriminated against in job interviews

Update: Thu, 01/05/2008 - 09:42

Women face potential discrimination in job interviews because over 50% bosses weigh up their chances of pregnancy when considering them for a role. Read more

Don't lose out on your state pension

By Hannah Ricci Update: Tue, 28/10/2008 - 15:11

Less than a third of women are eligible for the full state pension. However, as Hannah Ricci reveals, there’s plenty you can do to boost your entitlement. Read more