E-sceal 570 - Changes to Parental Leave Entitlements
- Published: 16 October 2019
With effect from 1 November, all new parents will be eligible to avail of an additional two weeks leave during their babies first year as part of the parental leave scheme. It will develop incrementally over the next three years, with both parents being able to benefit from seven weeks leave under the scheme, which will be paid at the same rate as maternity and paternity benefit.
A circular has yet to be issued by the DES regarding its operation at primary level. As soon as it is issued, a synopsis of the circular will be provided in your weekly E-scéal.
Click here for more information regarding existing parental leave arrangements for school employees
