September 7, 2007
The Workplace Flexibility 2010 News Roundup is a compilation of the latest news articles, reports and other materials related to workplace flexibility. The News Roundup appears twice-weekly. If you have questions about any of the items, please contact Jennifer Hedrick at jlh62@law.georgetown.edu.
Articles
Mom, the Next Corporate Titan
"ROBIN GUGICK MAYER had the qualifications, but couldn't find the job she wanted. She had been a corporate bond analyst at Prudential Securities for 10 years, then had worked at a smaller firm for five more. But Mayer had stopped working in January 2005 when her third child was born, and when she wanted back in, the headhunters she spoke to were reluctant : A woman who takes time off is a tough sell.”
Press Releases
Employment Relations (Flexible Working Hours) Bill
"It has been more than a year since the Committee first reported to Parliament with a recommendation that the Department of Labour undertake further research. In that time the Department has collected further information on workplace practices regarding flexible working hours, and consulted widely with industry, unions, and other stakeholders about how best to deliver flexible working practices in New Zealand. The results of that work have been very interesting and show clearly the significance of this issue for business and unions. The consultation also illustrated how flexible work arrangements can benefit our communities, our economy and our environment.”