- Ten major employers commit to publishing their policies
- Equal Lives research found over half of men want to be more involved in childcare
- Only 37% of men have discussed their caring responsibilities with their line managers
Today, the deputy leader of the Liberal Democrats Jo Swinson has announced ten major employers who have committed to publishing their parental leave and pay policies. The organisations include nine members of Business in the Community’s (BITC) gender equality campaign.
Chloe Chambraud, gender equality director at Business in the Community, said:
“Publishing parental leave and pay policies can be a daunting step for employers, but it is vital in order to position themselves as an employer of choice. By being open and transparent about their parental leave and pay policies, these organisations have demonstrated their commitment to tackling gender inequality. This policy will allow new and future parents to make more informed choices about who they work for, and also has the potential to reduce bias and discrimination.
“However, employers must also create a culture where employees feel confident discussing their family responsibilities at work. Our recent Equal Lives research, in partnership with Santander UK, showed that over half of men wanted to be more involved in caring, but only 37% had discussed their caring responsibilities with their line managers. Businesses therefore have a key role to play in ensuring all their employees – male and female - are informed about the opportunities available to them and receive the support they need to successfully balance their careers with caring responsibilities.”