§ 13. Mr. Tom HarrisTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, what action she has taken to ensure that there is a high take-up of the new rights for parents of young children. [136688]
§ Jacqui SmithThe package of new laws implemented this April provides parents with more choice and more support about how they balance work and childcare in ways that benefit everyone: employers, employees and children. The Government have produced a wide package of support to promote take-up including guidance and case studies in booklets on the web. National adverts at the time of implementation and in October have ensured a high level of awareness. In addition, we have supported other bodies such as the Federation of Small Businesses and Fathers Direct, to produce their own material.