The arrival of a new baby is a time of change for the whole family.  All family members need and appreciate time to get to know the new baby, and it is a time when everyone, especially the mother, needs extra support and care. 

Unfortunately many employers are not aware of the rights that employees have to paternity support leave. It is not uncommon for employers to be less accepting of requests for leave or flexible working from fathers or partners than from mothers. 

Your paternity rights

New fathers (natural and adoptive) or the mother's partner (male or female) have a legal entitlement to two weeks paternity leave paid at the statutory rate   

In addition to paid leave, fathers also have a right to a longer period of unpaid parental leave.  There may be other work issues for fathers and partners at this demanding time, such as a wish to work more flexibly.

If you are experiencing paternity discrimination issues at work, our experienced solicitors can help you to solve your problems, either through careful and sensitive negotiation with your employer, or through more formal litigation.

Contact us today to talk about your paternity discrimination issue with one of our specialist employment solicitors

Please call 0800 916 9060 or email enquiries@rjw.co.uk. Our Paternity Discrimination employment solicitors operate from offices across the country and can offer immediate and accessible representation anywhere in the UK.