Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Paid Dad Leave from 1 January 2013

On 1 January 2013, the Paid Parental Leave scheme will be extended to give extra support to new parents with two weeks Dad and Partner Pay. 

A dedicated payment for dads under the Paid Parental Leave scheme will encourage fathers to take some time off after the birth of a child, and help ensure that paternity leave is seen as a normal part of work and family life.

The Government recognises that the involvement of fathers in children's lives has many positive benefits for children including improved social and emotional development.

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