Prior to the emergence of Capability Management, the dominant theory explaining the existence and competitive position of firms, based on Ricardian economics, was the Resource-based view of the firm (RBVF).
No. Women here are not legally allowed to return to work until at least two weeks after birth, according to Mary Newburn, head of policy at the National Childbirth Trust. This is to protect their health.
Birth mothers can take up to 52 consecutive weeks of unpaid job-protected leave. This is made up of 15 weeks of maternity leave and 37 weeks of parental leave. Fathers and/or adoptive parents are eligible for up to 37 consecutive weeks of unpaid, job-protected parental leave.