Flexibility For Men In The Workplace

Since 2003, fathers have been entitled to paid paternity leave after the birth of their child.

A number of policies have subsequently been introduced to support working fathers, including time off to attend antenatal appointments, shared parental leave and the right to request flexible working.

However, a new report from MPs shows that many working fathers don't take advantage of this flexibility as they are concerned about the reaction of their employer.

The report suggests that the reason behind this is "outdated assumptions" of employers and the failure of employers to keep workplace policies up to date with changes in flexible working for men, despite the fact that fathers' participation in the care of their children has steadily increased over the past few years.