The left doesn't know how to do the math: rejected on equal parental leave
A parliamentary proposal for equal parental leave was rejected, highlighting the economic irresponsibility of the left in Italy.
Inequalities Begin at the Birth of a Child. Why Parental Leaves Still Don't Work
Parental leave policies in the UK disproportionately favor the middle and upper classes, perpetuating inequality and highlighting the struggles women face in the workplace, particularly after childbirth.
Fired During Pregnancy - Stockholm Company Sued for Money
A woman was dismissed from her job while on maternity leave, prompting legal action against her employer for unlawful termination linked to her pregnancy.
SZ in the evening: News from February 21 and 22, 2026
This article discusses significant events over the weekend, including Trump's announcement of a 15% global tariff after the Supreme Court overturned his previous tariffs, and CDU's decisions regarding social media and parental leave issues.
After Parental Leave: Suddenly Written Off
Many employees face setbacks upon returning from parental leave, leading to loss of management positions and projects, as illustrated by Nina Lorenz's experience.
Ave Laas: Parental Leave Tests the Real Values of Organizations
The article discusses the challenges faced by women returning from parental leave in the workplace and the perceptions that come with it.
He will be a substitute for Romina Pourmokhtari
Johan Britz will serve as a substitute for Romina Pourmokhtari during her parental leave while retaining his position as Minister of Labor.
Due to a large family, they built a house, but in the end, they will have a single child. Birth rates are declining not only because of money
Czech women share their struggles with declining birth rates and the effects of career pressures on family planning.
Juuso Resigns, Grahn-Laasonen Goes on Parental Leave – Secretary-General of the Ministry: This Doesn't Change the Work of the Ministry
Finland's Minister of Social Affairs and Health Kaisa Juuso has resigned, and Minister of Social Security Sanni Grahn-Laasonen has announced her impending parental leave, both significant changes in the ministry's leadership.
Forssa Leaf: Minister of Social Affairs Sanni Grahn-Laasonen is Expecting a Child
Minister of Social Affairs Sanni Grahn-Laasonen is expecting her third child and plans to take parental leave this fall.
Opposition is alarmed by the National Coalition Party: 'Shocking deceptive rhetoric'
The Finnish opposition has sharply criticized the National Coalition Party for claiming to have resolved issues related to parental leave and pregnancy discrimination.
Boric attends an event at La Moneda with his seven-month-old daughter, Violeta: "The postnatal leave for the mother has ended"
President Gabriel Boric attended a signing ceremony for a lithium operation contract at La Moneda accompanied by his seven-month-old daughter, Violeta, as his partner's maternity leave concluded.
Father on parental leave: legislation and financial reality
The article discusses recent changes in Latvian legislation regarding parental leave, emphasizing the need for encouraging father's involvement in child care.
€250 per child per month: the flagship measure of a 'big bang' in family policy to revive failing birth rates
A new report proposes significant reforms to France's family policy, including a monthly allowance for children and extended parental leave, aiming to boost declining birth rates.
Discrimination Against Employees on Parental Leave is Unlawfully Stupid
The article addresses the illegal discrimination faced by employees during parental leave in Norway, emphasizing the need for better corporate management.
Birth Rate Committee: This is how people can have children earlier
A government-appointed committee in Norway has proposed several measures to increase the country's declining birth rate, including flexible parental leave and improved access to childcare.
Proposes 70 weeks of parental leave with 70 percent salary
A government committee in Norway suggests extending parental leave and reducing work hours to address declining birth rates.
Paternity leave can also be used when spouse is pregnant... Employment Equality Bill passes committee
A revised Employment Equality Bill, allowing fathers to use parental leave when their spouse is pregnant, has passed through the National Assembly's Climate, Energy, Environment and Labor Committee.
Pension savings of billions: This is how a council of five experts would change government cuts
A recent report from the Economic Policy Assessment Council suggests alternative pension cuts, focusing on pensions accrued from education, unemployment benefits, widow's pensions, and parental leave.
Removal of pension accumulations from study and unemployment periods would reduce high earners' pensions by up to hundreds of euros
The Economic Policy Council discussed the potential removal of pension accumulations from unpaid periods, such as parental leave and unemployment, as a measure to balance public finances.
South American country allows minors to leave without the permission of a debt-ridden parent, these are the conditions
A recent court decision in Colombia marks a significant change in custody and maintenance conflict resolution, allowing minors to travel internationally without parental permission if one parent is in debt, to protect the rights of children and adolescents.
"I took 8-month parental leave and it changed my relationship with my children": A father on the decision many questioned
A father shares his experience of taking an 8-month parental leave, highlighting how it transformed his bond with his children and addressing skepticism from others about his decision.
The Constitutional Court approves compensation for single-parent families for unused permits
The Constitutional Court has endorsed the Social Security's approach to financially compensate single-parent families who had to go to court to extend their parental leave for the birth of a child.
Father welcomes new parental leave rights for bereaved in Great Britain
A father advocates for new parental leave rights for bereaved parents following the death of his wife during childbirth, emphasizing the importance of being there for their newborns.
Major change to rights for new dads and bereaved parents to be set out today
The Government will announce new parental leave rights today, granting unpaid leave from the first day of employment and up to a year of leave for bereaved parents after losing a partner.
Column 'My Judgment': Maternity Protection and Parental Leave - When Does Remaining Vacation Time Expire?
The article discusses the preservation of vacation days for individuals unable to take their annual leave due to maternity protection or parental leave and how long those remaining days remain valid.
More Flexible Leave: the 2026 Maneuver Redesigns the Balance Between Work and Family
Italy's 2026 Budget Law introduces measures aimed at improving work-life balance by extending the time windows for parental leave and permissions.
Parents can request two weeks of paid leave to care for children up to 8 years old
Starting in 2026, parents in Spain can request two additional weeks of paid leave to care for children up to eight years old, complementing existing unpaid leave and aligning with northern European standards.
Job interruptions for women persist despite equal parental leave for fathers and mothers
Job interruptions for women continue even with the equalization of parental leave between fathers and mothers, primarily benefiting only those mothers who earn comparably to their partners.
The new permit for parents in Spain for the care of minors that has just come into effect
A new parental permit in Spain grants over 300,000 parents the right to request leave for child care, effective retroactively from January 1, 2026.
Motherhood then and now: Why are mothers so stressed today?
The article explores why mothers today seem more stressed than in previous generations, despite having more support systems like parental leave and benefits, contrasting it with the author's own experience with a less stressed mother in the 70s/80s.