On Thursday 2 May, employment relations minister Jo Swinson will take live questions from HRZone.co.uk members on government proposals to allow new parents to share a year’s leave, and the extension of the right to request flexible working to all employees. In the video below, the minister explains more.

To take part in the web chat click here. To ask a question in advance, email editor@hrzone.co.uk or tweet with the hashtag #familyfriendly.

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