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Parent company
Motherhood is no barrier to starting a company. SmallBusiness.co.uk meets the women who have successfully balanced raising a child with running a business
How to handle maternity leave
The news that an employee is pregnant can be a bit like a surprise visit from the in-laws: you might not be ecstatic about the idea but it’s one of those times in life you just have to put a brave face on things.
Working and running a family
Do you have children and want to use your skills and earn an income? Here are some tips for business mums.
Going for growth
Gill Thomas started kids’ music classes Jo Jingles in 1995 and has since grown the company to the tune of £4 million, with nearly 100 franchise outlets
Changes in paternity laws
Changes in paternity laws this April will allow a mother to transfer three months of her paid maternity leave to the father. Here we ask female entrepreneurs how the new legislation will affect their businesses.
Childcare voucher schemes
Some employers provide a childcare scheme and provide staff with childcare vouchers as part of their benefits package to assist them financially. Find out the ins and outs.
Paying for child care
You are not allowed to include the cost of child care in your expenses in calculating you Income Tax and National Insurance liability, but you may be eligible for Working Tax Credit.
Top start-up tips for mums
Gillian Nissim, Founder of WorkingMums.co.uk, gives her advice to mums who are looking to start a business.
