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ARTICLE · 21 JUNE 2016

Employment Update: Paternity & Shared Parental Leave - Just Around The Corner

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As Ireland prepares for the provision of paternity leave as a legal, statutory right through legislative change, we look at the practical implications its introduction is likely to have on Irish employers.

IrelandEmployment and HR
Ian O'Herlihy
Ian O'Herlihy
Liam Riordan
Liam Riordan
Edel Kennedy
Edel Kennedy
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As Ireland prepares for the provision of paternity leave as a legal, statutory right through legislative change, we look at the practical implications its introduction is likely to have on Irish employers. We also consider the Taoiseach's announcement last week of a proposed scheme for shared parental leave, and additional parental leave.

Introduction of Paternity Leave in Ireland

Recent steps towards the recognition of paternity leave as a legal right in Ireland, and recent announcements by the government confirming imminent legislative change indicate the government's commitment to this area. When announcing the proposals for the introduction of paternity leave last year, Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald, heralded the introduction of paternity leave as having positive effects for gender equality, which would enable fathers to spend time caring for and being with their children and families.  

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