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2025 in review: International arbitration
Francesca Parker
1 December 2010
Employers encouraged to be “breastfeeding-friendly”
Employers should help new mothers return to work by providing them with breastfeeding facilities and breaks, or by allowing them to bring their babies to work, the Health Secretary, Andrew Lansley said at the weekend. He urged firms to set up areas where women can breastfeed and to supply dedicated fridges to store expressed milk. The idea comes shortly after the European Parliament voted to grant women two one-hour breastfeeding breaks at work each day. His comments have sparked debate over the last few days.
10 November 2010
Pension reform excludes short term workers and the low-Paid
Low earners and people in a job for less than three months will be excluded from the Government’s proposals to pressure all workers to save for retirement.