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BBC News
3 days ago
- Health
- BBC News
New mum Sciver-Brunt was set to miss Windies series
England's Nat Sciver-Brunt was set to miss the ongoing West Indies series on maternity leave before being made captain, says her wife 32, was named captain in April, a month after her son, Theo, who was carried by former England bowler Katherine, was born. "Nat was entitled to four months maternity leave, not being the birth mother," Katherine Sciver-Brunt told BBC Test Match Special."She took three weeks of that because England wanted her back for this series. "That was a huge sacrifice because those first eight weeks are so hard. "No-one would usually go back after three weeks, and Nat was pre-arranged to not play in this tournament and come back for the India series [which starts on 28 June]." Theo was with Sciver-Brunt during the T20 series which concluded on Monday and the first one-day international on Friday in Derby, where Katherine was working as a commentator for the matches were England's first under the all-rounder and new coach Charlotte Edwards, who were appointed after Heather Knight and Jon Lewis were sacked amid the fallout from last winter's Ashes defeat. Katherine travelled alongside England while pregnant throughout the winter but remained at home during the Women's Premier League in February and she gone into labour while Nat was at the tournament in India, her wife would not have made it home in time for the is the first mum to play for England since Arran Brindle, who played her last international in 2014."There were talks of a stand-in captain coming in for this series and that was a hard question for England," Katherine Sciver-Brunt said."But ultimately Lottie [Edwards] wanted Nat and I couldn't deny her that opportunity towards the back end of her career. "If I was unhappy or wasn't sure, Nat would not have done it. She is selfless in that way and that is why she makes such a good captain."Sciver-Brunt's comments come after the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced an update to its maternity policy on England players were guaranteed their full salary for the first 13 weeks post-childbirth and a percentage thereafter but they will now receive 12 months fully paid leave, plus an automatic contract extension and support with childcare and breastfeeding players will get six months paid maternity leave plus the contract had egg freezing treatment last summer and said she would like to carry a baby after her cricket career."When you talk about giving birth, it takes more than a year to get your body back into fitness and revert back to what you were," Katherine said."You have worked so hard as a female to get to that point in your career and then you have to question stepping back and having to juggle starting a family. "Even deciding to extract and freeze your eggs, there is time that has to be taken out for that."If you are an exceptional athlete you often have a long career ahead of you, but not if you want to start a family. "Normalising this conversation and to inspiring people that it can be done, there needs to be more of that and I think it will happen."
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Jamie Laing to be joined by a very familiar face as his Radio 1 co-host Vick Hope heads on maternity leave
Jamie Laing is set to be joined by a very familiar face as his Radio 1 co-host Vick Hope heads on maternity leave. Vick, 35, who is expecting her first child with DJ Calvin Harris, 41, hosted her last show on the station last week. It has now been revealed that she will be replaced by none other than Jamie's wife Sophie Habboo for the Going Home show. The couple already host their podcast NewlyWeds together - with the duo recently revealing it would be going on a break. In an Instagram update last week, they announced: 'The podcast is taking a break?! We're pressing pause but only for a moment.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. A source later told The Sun: 'Sophie is joining the Radio 1 family and everyone is really excited that she'll be bringing her chemistry with hubby Jaime to the airwaves. 'They're already pros after doing their podcast for so many years but this is a huge moment for them and they can't wait. 'It could lead to endless opportunities for them as a couple. They could even be a modern day Richard and Judy.' Following the announcement of her pregnancy, Vick was flooded with support from the Radio 1 team. Her co-presenter, Jamie took the opportunity to tell her she will make a fantastic mum on air. Jamie said: 'You're an amazing friend, an amazing person, and you're just going to be an amazing mum.' Vick and Calvin's baby is set to have an interesting start to life, with the pair owning several homes, including a farm in Ibiza and a 10-acre estate in the Cotswolds. The couple are reported to be in the process of building a mansion on their Cotswolds estate, which is reported to become their main place of residence. Vick an Calvin tied the knot in September 2023 and only just announced their impending arrival, choosing to keep their relationship largely out of the spotlight The couple tied the knot in September 2023 and only just announced their impending arrival, choosing to keep their relationship largely out of the spotlight. Vick stressed on air that she didn't want to make a big deal out of her pregnancy. She said: 'This is not an announcement, by the way. People keep saying are you going to announce, are you going to announce? And I'm like, I'm not the King. 'I'll be honest, I struggle with anything that's personal or private. I will tell you a story about eating a kebab out of a bin, that's one thing. 'But there's a line and so I've never been that big on sharing. Particularly because I've just been enjoying this privately and quietly.'
Trade Arabia
6 days ago
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Sobha sets new industry standard with enhanced maternity leave
Sobha Realty, a leading luxury global real estate developer, has announced a significant enhancement to its maternity leave policy, reinforcing its commitment to employee well-being and workplace excellence. In a bold and people-first move, the company now offers 120 days of maternity leave to its female employees. Throughout this period, all other employment benefits will be fully retained. This progressive policy far exceeds the UAE Labour Law requirement of 60 days and marks a benchmark in the private real estate sector, the developer said. As of today (May 27), Sobha Realty stands out as the first developer in the UAE to provide such a comprehensive and inclusive maternity leave framework- one that supports the needs of working mothers while fostering a more equitable and compassionate workplace, it said. The announcement comes on the heels of Sobha Realty receiving the prestigious Great Place to Work certification consecutively for two years in a row, a recognition that highlights its dedication to cultivating a people-centric culture built on trust, care, and empowerment. The enhanced maternity leave reflects the company's ongoing efforts to not just meet expectations, but to exceed them in ways that are meaningful to its employees. 'At Sobha Realty, we have always believed that true excellence begins with our people,' said Ravi Menon, Chairman, Sobha Group. 'This new maternity policy is a statement of our values. It is our continued effort towards employees and to stand beside them during life's most important moments as a family. This is yet another initiative that embodies the core of who we are- driven by compassion, grounded in commitment, and focused on continuous improvement.'; added Menon. – TradeArabia News Service
Emirates 24/7
6 days ago
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
Sobha Realty Sets New Benchmark with 120-Day Maternity Leave Policy in UAE
Sobha Realty, a leading luxury global real estate developer, has announced a significant enhancement to its maternity leave policy, reinforcing its commitment to employee well-being and workplace excellence. In a bold and people-first move, the company now offers 120 days of maternity leave to its female employees. Throughout this period, all other employment benefits will be fully retained. This progressive policy far exceeds the UAE Labour Law requirement of 60 days and marks an unprecedented benchmark in the private real estate sector. As of today, Sobha Realty stands out as the first developer in the UAE to provide such a comprehensive and inclusive maternity leave framework- one that supports the needs of working mothers while fostering a more equitable and compassionate workplace. The announcement comes on the heels of Sobha Realty receiving the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification consecutively for 2 years in a row, a recognition that highlights its dedication to cultivating a people-centric culture built on trust, care, and empowerment. The enhanced maternity leave reflects the company's ongoing efforts to not just meet expectations, but to exceed them in ways that are meaningful to its employees. 'At Sobha Realty, we have always believed that true excellence begins with our people,' said Ravi Menon, Chairman, Sobha Group. 'This new maternity policy is a statement of our values. It is our continued effort towards employees and to stand beside them during life's most important moments as a family. This is yet another initiative that embodies the core of who we are- driven by compassion, grounded in commitment, and focused on continuous improvement.'; added Mr. Menon. With this announcement, Sobha Realty continues to lead by example in shaping a workplace culture that values human connection and holistic well-being. In an era where talent retention and employee satisfaction are more critical than ever, Sobha's bold step sets a new gold standard for employer responsibility and progressive leadership in the region. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Daily Mail
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Pregnant Vick Hope shares photos of her send off from Radio 1 as she heads off on maternity leave after partying at Big Weekend
Vick Hope has shared snaps from her last hurrah at Radio 1 before she heads off on maternity leave. The presenter, 35, who is expecting her first child with DJ Calvin Harris, 41, was in great spirits as she presented at Radio 1's Big Weekend in Liverpool after hosting her last show on the station earlier in the week. She shared a series of images showing her having fun with fellow presenter Greg James, 39, and other members of the BBC Radio 1 team. Taking in everything the festival had to offer over the weekend, Vick even got on stage to ask music fans for baby name suggestions. She captioned the snaps: 'Love Laugh Liverpool ' BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend, what a way to wrap up! On your TV, radio & online, BOSS.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Vick also showcased her varied festival maternity wardrobe in the snaps, having only just confirmed her pregnancy last week. She wore several casually chic outfits including a brown jacket and tightly fitted mini-dress that showed off her growing bump. But opted for a long tie-dye dress that also put her impending arrival on full display when she stepped on stage. The presenter wore a Newcastle United football shirt to represent her hometown when they played in the Premier League against Everton on Sunday. Another festival outfit consisted of a pair of ankle length boots and a tight brown patterned dress. Following the announcement of her pregnancy, Vick was flooded with support from the Radio 1 team. Her co-presenter, Jamie Laing, 36, took the opportunity to tell her she will make a fantastic mum on air. Jamie said: 'You're an amazing friend, an amazing person, and you're just going to be an amazing mum.' Vick and Calvin's baby is set to have an interesting start to life, with the pair owning several homes, including a farm in Ibiza and a 10-acre estate in the Cotswolds. The couple are reported to be in the process of building a mansion on their Cotswolds estate, which is reported to become their main place of residence. The couple tied the knot in September 2023 and only just announced their impending arrival, choosing to keep their relationship largely out of the spotlight. Vick stressed on air that she didn't want to make a big deal out of her pregnancy. She said: 'This is not an announcement, by the way. People keep saying are you going to announce, are you going to announce? And I'm like, I'm not the King. 'I'll be honest, I struggle with anything that's personal or private. I will tell you a story about eating a kebab out of a bin, that's one thing. 'But there's a line and so I've never been that big on sharing. Particularly because I've just been enjoying this privately and quietly.'
