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Under 35s are forcing a 'workplace power shift' in UK companies– survey

A recent study by Bright Horizons has revealed that under 35s are demanding greater flexibility from their employer to accommodate their family lives and childcare needs.
Employees are increasingly seeking family friendly policies, Bright Horizon's Work + Family Snapshot report reveals PHOTO Bright Horizons
Employees are increasingly seeking family friendly policies, Bright Horizon's Work + Family Snapshot report reveals PHOTO Bright Horizons

A survey from Bright Horizon's Work and Family Solutions has found that 56 per cent of under 35s rank family life as their greatest priority, with the nursery and back-up childcare provider urging businesses to ‘change tack’ if they want to continue to fill their vacancies. 

The Work + Family Snapshot survey was sent to Bright Horizons' clients with responses received from 1,750 workers.

The survey also found that employees under the age of 35 are more likely to move around positions and companies, with career aspirations being at the highest among this age group, and 51 per cent admitting to continuously re-evaluating career options.

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