Flexible working considered best option for Mums

[PatchGirl]

Flexible working remains important to mothers despite uncertainty over jobs in the recession, a survey suggests.

Some 79% of the 1,677 women from across the UK who responded to a poll on the WorkingMums website said it was a top priority for their careers.

A full-time job with flexible hours was the ideal situation for 85%, ahead of some home working (54%).

Of those mothers who were not working, 73% saw a lack of appropriate flexible jobs as a barrier to them returning.

Maybe they should try freelancing and enjoy a bit more freedom!