The Nature and Pattern of Family-friendly Employment Policies in Britain
The Nature and Pattern of Family-friendly Employment Policies in Britain

Author: Dex, Shirley

Publisher: Policy Press

Published: 2002-05

Total Pages: 56

ISBN-13: 1861344333

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There is need for a more detailed understanding of employers' motivations for offering flexible working and the outcomes of different policies and practices for both employers and employees. This report draws on data from a large-scale national survey of workplace employee relations (WERS) to fill these gaps in our knowledge and understanding. It is the first time these issues have been explored through analysis of such a large and representative sample of companies and employees.

Caring and Counting
Caring and Counting

Author: Reynolds, Tracey

Publisher: Policy Press

Published: 2003-07-25

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13: 1861345348

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The main work-life balance policies promoted by government focus on the amount of time mothers spend at work. This report challenges this approach. It suggests that what happens inside the workplace and how this interacts with family life is just as important.

The Flexibility Paradox
The Flexibility Paradox

Author: Heejung Chung

Publisher: Policy Press

Published: 2022-03-04

Total Pages: 270

ISBN-13: 1447354818

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Does flexible working really provide a better work-life balance? Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, flexible working has become the norm for many workers. This volume offers an original examination of flexible working using data from 30 European countries and drawing on studies conducted in Australia, the US and India. Rather than providing a better work-life balance, the book reveals how flexible working can lead to exploitation, which manifests differently for women and men, such as more care responsibilities or increased working hours. Taking a critical stance, this book investigates the potential risks and benefits of flexible working and provides crucial policy recommendations for overcoming the negative consequences.

Workplace Well-being
Workplace Well-being

Author: Arla Day

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2014-06-23

Total Pages: 375

ISBN-13: 1118469453

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Workplace Wellbeing is a complete guide to understanding and implementing the principles of a psychologically healthy workplace for psychologists and other practitioners. Grounded in the latest theory and research yet filled with plenty of case studies and proven techniques Introduces the core components of psychologically healthy workplaces, including health and safety, leadership, employee involvement, development, recognition, work-life balance, culture and communication Addresses important issues such as the role of unions, the importance of leadership, healthy workplaces in small businesses, respectful workplace cultures, and corporate social responsibility Discusses factors that influence the physical safety of employees, as well as their physical and psychological health Brings together stellar scholars from around the world, including the US, Canada, Europe, Israel, and Australia

Organisations, Careers and Caring
Organisations, Careers and Caring

Author: Crompton, Rosemary

Publisher: Policy Press

Published: 2003-11-19

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13: 1861345003

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As the number of working mothers Increases, many employers are promoting work-life balance policies. This report looks at the effects of these employment changes on the lives of both women and men.

Fragmenting Family?
Fragmenting Family?

Author: David Charles Ford

Publisher: University of Chester

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 222

ISBN-13: 1905929781

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These papers from a conference at the University of Chester explore the complex ways in which family relationships have changed or are changing, in order to critically examine the contention that the family is fragmenting.

Innovation in Management Challenges and Opportunities in the next decade
Innovation in Management Challenges and Opportunities in the next decade

Author: M.S. Rangaraju

Publisher: Allied Publishers

Published: 2012-06-10

Total Pages: 431

ISBN-13: 8184247613

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This edited volume is a compendium of research papers on the theme "Innovation in Management Challenges and Opportunities in the Next Decade". There were twenty seven papers contributed by academicians and researches and eleven papers contributed by amateur authors. The keynote on the theme given by Dr. T. Alex, Chairman, ISRO throws light on innovation in space technology which is ushering in lot of advancements towards well-being of the society.

Corporate Power and Social Policy in a Global Economy
Corporate Power and Social Policy in a Global Economy

Author: Kevin Farnsworth

Publisher: Policy Press

Published: 2004-01-28

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13: 1861344732

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Just how much influence does powerful business in the UK have on government decision making in relation to social policy? Questions concerning the power and influence of business over social and public policy are increasingly being raised, not just from within the field of social policy but also in business and management studies and, beyond that, in the news and media. They are seldom answered in any satisfactory way. This groundbreaking book investigates and documents corporate influence on social policies at global/regional, national and local levels. It argues that we cannot understand the recent history and present direction of the welfare state unless we focus on the role that business has played in its development. Spanning the complete era of the Conservative governments and the first term of New Labour, it looks in particular at: mechanisms of corporate power and influence; corporate opinion and influence in a range of social policy areas including: education, training, health and social security; changing business influence on social policy in recent years in an international context; business involvement in social policy initiatives and welfare delivery. By exploring bus

Work-Life Balance in Times of Recession, Austerity and Beyond
Work-Life Balance in Times of Recession, Austerity and Beyond

Author: Suzan Lewis

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-08-12

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1317405641

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This book reflects the enormous interest in work-life balance and current pressing concerns about the impacts of austerity more broadly. It draws on contemporary research and practitioner experiences to explore how work-life balance and related workplace and social policy fare in turbulent economic times and the implications for employees, employers and wider societies. Authors consider workplace trends, practices and employment relations and the impacts on work, care and well-being of diverse workers. A guiding theme throughout the book is a triple agenda of supporting employee work-life balance, workplace effectiveness and social justice. The final chapters present case studies of innovative processes and organizational practices for addressing the triple agenda, note the important role of social policy context and discuss the challenge of extending debates on work-life balance to include a social justice dimension. This book will be of interest to academics and postgraduate students of organisational psychology, sociology, human resource management, management and business studies, law and social policy, as well as employers, managers, HR managers, trade unions, and policy makers.

Attitudes to Flexible Working and Family Life
Attitudes to Flexible Working and Family Life

Author: Houston, Diane M.

Publisher: Policy Press

Published: 2003-12-17

Total Pages: 72

ISBN-13: 1861345496

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This report is the first to examine attitudes towards flexible working and family life. Drawing on a study of over 1500 members of the AEEU and interviews with 53 shop stewards, the report addresses key questions around rights and benefits, employer's attitudes, gender differences and the effects of flexible working on health and well-being.