NWCI have welcomed the government’s plan to introduce two weeks paid paternity leave

Published: Monday, January 26, 2015

NWCI have welcomed the government’s plan to introduce two weeks paid paternity leave but highlighted that it will be equally important to introduce paid parental leave.

This is an issue which NWCI have long campaigned for - the introduction of better leave entitlements for families of children in Ireland.  Currently Ireland is the only EU member state that provides no period of well-paid leave. Our policies are based on the fact that women are still primarily responsible for the care of young children.

The reconciliation of work and family life is central to promoting greater equality in society. The forthcoming Family Leave Bill is a unique opportunity to ensure a greater sharing of care responsibilities between women and men.

The full press release can be read here