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RCM member wins tribunal
A midwife member of the RCM has won compensation at a tribunal over indirect sex discrimination by her former employer.
Most UK employers improve on SMP
New research reveals the majority (70%) of employers in all sectors improve on statutory maternity pay (SMP).
Graduates scared to admit mental health issues
Study reveals students aren’t prepared to admit mental health issues to potential employers in order to protect their careers.
Maternity leave harder than expected, survey reveals
More than a quarter of mums (27%) did not enjoy their maternity leave as much as they thought they would a poll commissioned for The Emma Barnett Show on BBC Radio 5 Live has shown.
NMC changes rules for non-EU midwives
Midwives and nurses from outside the EU can now apply to work in the UK immediately after qualifying.Advice for pregnant healthcare workers during COVID-19
There is a strong body of law that protects pregnant workers. All employers must continue to abide by this. It applies to all pregnant workers regardless of who they work for or what they do.
RCM calls for extending legal rights to workplace breastfeeding support
Employers must follow guidance on supporting breastfeeding at work says the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) in a motion to the TUC Congress. The RCM says that ACAS guidance is being ignored by many organisations and this is affecting breastfeeding ...Top tips for fasting on the frontline this Ramadan
The Ramadan start date for 2024 is expected to be on 10 or 11 March. Lasting for 29 or 30 days, Ramadan will end around 9 April, with the celebratory days of Eid al-Fitr. Here are our top five tips to help make sure you get the support you need during ...
New flexible working rules good for staff and employers says RCM
New flexible working rights will be good for staff and employers alike, say the Royal College of Midwives (RCM). This comes as new rules are introduced to allow NHS employees in England to request flexible working from their first day of employment.