Abstract
The employment and social policies of the European Union currently seek to promote equal opportunities while targeting further significant increases in female employment rates. This article evaluates its 'work-life balance' regulations, particularly the Parental Leave Directive, analysing their origins and rationale. We assess the social, economic and legal implications and identify differing national strategies for implementation. In conclusion, we address how the EU 'family-friendly' aspirations can be made consistent with the promotion of gender equality in employment.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 157-172 |
| Number of pages | 16 |
| Journal | European Journal of Industrial Relations |
| Volume | 8 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jul 2002 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Business,Management and Accounting
- Strategy and Management
- Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management
- Management of Technology and Innovation
