Family-friendly rights and support
Updated with information on the Government’s consultation on the extended protection against dismissal for pregnant employees and those on, or returning from, family-related leave, introduced under the Employment Rights Bill.
Updated with information on the Government’s consultation on the extended protection against dismissal for pregnant employees and those on, or returning from, family-related leave, introduced under the Employment Rights Bill.
Updated to refer to the consultation on enhanced protection from dismissal, published on 23 October 2025.
The Employment Rights Bill packs an imposing number of employment law reforms into its 330 pages. With Royal Assent imminent, we outline the key policies that you will need to update.
Lewis Silkin LLP talks to HR & Compliance Centre about the development and rollout of its equal parental leave and pay policy, including the benefits of the policy and how it is seeking to encourage other firms to follow suit.
Updated with information on the Government's implementation timetable for day-one right to ordinary parental leave, and on the Government's review into parental leave and pay.
Updated to reflect the publication of the Government's Employment Rights Bill implementation roadmap.
The current system of parental leave in the UK has 'fundamental failings', according to a new report from the Women and Equalities Committee.
Reviewed and enhanced throughout, with new guidance on preparing cover for the employee's role and talking points to facilitate interactive training sessions.
A model policy where you wish to give the same enhanced leave and pay rights to qualifying employees who are new parents, regardless of their gender. This policy also covers the right to time off for antenatal appointments.
HR and legal information and guidance relating to family-friendly rights and support.