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Work-Life Balance Campaign

The Government recognises the benefits of flexible working for both employers and employees, and is committed to promoting the spread of good practice in this area.

In five years’ time, everyone should feel they have more choice and more control over working hours.

What is the Government doing?

The Government wants to make it easier for mothers and fathers to balance their responsibilities. But we realise that balancing work and home commitments is not just an issue for parents.

The Prime Minister launched the Work-Life Balance Campaign in 2000, which is directed at employers and is intended to benefit all employees whether or not they have caring responsibilities.

The campaign aims to convince employers of the case for change, share examples of good practice and support employers in implementing these changes. Employers will be encouraged to introduce ways of working which meet the needs of the business while simultaneously improving the work-life balance of their employees.

Further information

Visit the Department of Trade and Industry website for comprehensive information on the work-life balance (www.dti.gov.uk/work-lifebalance).

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