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Working mothers

Sole trader

Childcare support if self-employed

I have set up my own business after the birth of my daughter. It was impossible, due to an inflexible employer, to continue in employment. I would like to know if there are any childcare voucher schemes available to self-employed parents similar to those offered to employed parents?

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An understanding boss – what working mothers want most

New survey reveals that 73 per cent of working mothers are considering retraining for a new career that fits their lifestyle.

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Mothers take pay cut of £11,000 per year to work around their children

Just two fifths of British mothers return to their career following having children, with the rest either switching jobs for one that suits their new lifestyle.

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Mothers found to be paid 3 per cent less at work per child

Working mothers are found to be paid less on average than female workers without children in a new study on gender equality.

Investing in a franchise

Should I buy a franchise or go solo?

Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.

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16 ways to improve your business cash flow

Read here for 16 tried and tested tips and tricks to improve potential cash flow problems

Business management

How to create good cashflow habits

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What are the benefits of business broadband?

Business broadband offers a host of advantages over standard domestic connections, here’s why you should be considering an upgrade