There are some changes to paternity leave which will take place in April 2024.
The key changes are that employees will be able to take their two-week paternity leave entitlement as two separate one-week blocks, and at any time in the 52 weeks after birth (rather than having to take leave in the 56 days following birth). They will also only be required to give 28 days’ notice of their intention to take the leave.
There are some further changes taking place next month to flexible work rights and carers leave. More details to follow.