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Updated to reflect that Regulations have been passed bringing the day-one right to paternity and parental leave into effect from 6 April 2026.
Updated to reflect that the Employment Rights Bill received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025.
Updated to confirm that these measures are due to come into effect in 2027, according to the Government's updated timeline.
The proposed 2026-27 rates for statutory maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and sick pay have now been published by the government.
Updated to include the new rates, applicable from 5 April 2026.
Updated with information on the Government's review of employment rights for unpaid carers.
This guide sets out the differences between the law on family-friendly rights in Scotland compared with the rest of Great Britain (England and Wales).
HR and legal information and guidance relating to family-friendly rights and support.