Decision details

Cabinet was informed that on 6 April 2024, the Government introduced changes to Paternity Leave via the Paternity Leave (Amendment) Regulations 2024.  Employees taking statutory paternity leave could split their two-weeks’ entitlement into two separate one-week blocks, rather than having to take them both together. 

RESOLVED that the amendments to the Paternity Leave Scheme be approved.

Reason

The Council must demonstrate preparation for and compliance with the requirements of the new legislation in addition to compliance with existing requirements.  If this is not implemented correctly, it could leave the Council open to legal challenge.