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Neonatal care leave: Four common scenarios

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    Are you prepared for the new legal right to neonatal care leave?

    New neonatal care leave requirements come into effect in April 2025.

    Understanding these new laws so that you can ensure compliance is crucial. This guide provides clear, actionable insights to help you support employees and meet legal obligations.

    Our guide simplifies the key aspects HR professionals need to know, including who qualifies, how leave is structured, differences between Tier 1 and Tier 2 leave, and practical scenarios that illustrate how these rules apply in real workplaces.

    Eligibility and entitlements

    Who qualifies and how leave is structured

    Tiered leave system

    The differences between Tier 1 and Tier 2 leave

    Real-world scenarios

    Practical examples to help you apply the rules

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