Coronavirus and its Impact on Female-Led Businesses

The video discusses the impact of the pandemic on women, particularly in terms of childcare and employment. It highlights government initiatives like retraining programs and the need for flexible working arrangements. The discussion also covers the importance of recognizing childcare as part of essential infrastructure and the potential for tax reforms to support women re-entering the workforce. The video concludes with a call for swift policy action to address these issues.

What is one of the government's commitments to help women affected by the pandemic?

• Increased maternity leave

• Lifetime skills guarantee

• Free childcare for all

• Mandatory work-from-home policy

Why was the early years sector particularly hard hit during the pandemic?

• Lack of government funding

• Shortage of childcare workers

• Closure of formal and informal childcare

• Increase in childcare costs

What stereotype was perpetuated by Rishi Sunak's comments during the pandemic?

• Women are better at multitasking

• Women are primarily responsible for childcare

• Women are less affected by job losses

• Women prefer working from home

What is a potential benefit of flexible working arrangements?

• Reduced productivity

• Improved work-life balance

• Higher presenteeism

• Increased commuting time

What challenge does flexible working pose if not implemented properly?

• It can cause higher commuting costs

• It may lead to increased presenteeism

• It could result in women being left behind

• It might decrease job opportunities

What is one way the government can support flexible working?

• By reducing National Insurance contributions for job shares

• By mandating all jobs to be remote

• By increasing taxes on second incomes

• By providing free internet to all employees

What is the role of employers in promoting flexible working?

• To increase working hours

• To ensure all employees work from home

• To recognize and move away from presenteeism

• To provide free childcare for employees