[16/03/2026] ~~ This applies to working adults with one (or more) children requiring neonatal medical care in hospital. The entitlement for leave is from 1 to 12 complete weeks for a parent or person responsible for the upbringing of a child. This leave is in addition to, and not in lieu of, other types of […]
Category: Maternity & Neonatal Leave
Maternity Matters ~
[Updated 26/03/26] Note from 6th April 2025 a new right to 12 weeks neo-natal leave and pay came into effect. See the separate note on this. Ante-Natal Appointments & Classes ~/ Mothers Fathers, Spouses and Civil Partners Minimum Continuous Service requirement No minimum service is required to qualify but you must be in permanent employment- […]