Capt Barrie's friend, Maj Andy Lumley, admits the incident gave his men "pause for thought".

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It all begins with maternity and parental leave, benefits that young men rarely even pause to consider.

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Previously, men who chose to pause their path to career success were judged inadequate to survive in the world of business.

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After a pregnant pause, both men admit the answer is no.

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During Emergency Medical Services Week, we pause to offer our gratitude to these remarkable men and women, whose dedication is fundamental to our society's well-being.

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