Struggling to sleep? Five tips for insomniacs On World Mental Health Day, our panel of experts discuss techniques that can help poor sleepers catch some extra Zzzs and be productive at work
How to live the Good Life without giving up the rat race Extreme downshifting to escape the modern world can end in disillusion. The solution lies with communities that offer a halfway house
Zzz … sleep tips for insomniac workers – live chat If you find yourself unable to get a good night’s rest, ask our experts for sleeping tips on Wednesday 7 September from 1–2.30pm
MPs urge better job protection for expectant and new mothers Call for German-style system to reduce ‘shocking’ discrimination, particularly against women in casual work in UK
How did your working life change after childbirth? New research shows women still earn 18% less than men – with the disparity widening markedly after having children. Share your experiences
Rise in women facing discrimination on taking maternity leave Citizens Advice records nearly 60% rise in women reporting maternity leave issues including roles being changed and hours reduced
Sweatworking: like networking but sweatier Sitting at a desk all day is bad for your health – it’s time you starting having your regular Thursday accounts meeting during spin class
How getting more sleep could boost your salary A good night’s kip can boost your productivity – and mean you earn more money. So how can you make sure you’re getting enough sleep?
Should people over 40 work a three-day week? While some work is good for your brain, doing more than 60 hours a week into your 40s is worse than doing nothing, according to a recent survey
One hour of activity needed to offset harmful effects of sitting at a desk Risk of dying increases among desk-based workers who sit for eight hours and do low amounts of exercise, new research finds