Paternity leave changes are coming from April 6 - what you need to know
Significant changes to paternity leave in the UK will allow employees to take leave from day one of their employment starting April 6.
Paternity leave of 20 days is a reality for judges, but not for other civil servants, says analysis
In Brazil, while judges and some federal employees enjoy a 20-day paternity leave, most workers, including public servants, are still entitled to only five days after the birth of a child.
The Cultural Root of Gender Inequality
The approval of expanded paternity leave in Brazil's Senate marks a significant step toward balancing parental responsibilities, yet it arrives late to a conversation that has been ongoing globally for decades.
Women in Part-Time: 'Parental Leave Should Be Shared Completely'
Economist Nicola Fuchs-Schündeln argues that outdated norms and tax disincentives contribute to women's reduced work hours and earnings, suggesting that increasing paternity leave could help rectify this issue.
'The child belongs to both', says executive while requesting equal parental and maternity leave
Simone Caracante Moras, a director at Volkswagen Financial Services in Brazil, advocates for equal parental leave for both mothers and fathers, emphasizing that the recent increase in paternity leave is not enough.
Companies with paternity leave of up to 180 days adapt teams and schedules; see examples
Companies in Brazil are increasingly adopting longer paternity leave policies, with some offering up to 180 days, reflecting a shift in corporate culture towards supporting new fathers.
VIDEOS: JA 2nd Edition - Wednesday, March 4, 2026
The article discusses various legal and political developments in Brazil, including the imprisonment of banker Daniel Vorcaro and ongoing debates in Congress regarding public safety and parental leave.
Senate approves gradual extension of paternity leave from 5 to 20 days
The Brazilian Senate has approved a gradual increase in paternity leave from 5 days to 20 days by the year 2030, following a previous approval in the Chamber of Deputies.
Senate approves gradual increase in the duration of paternity leave, reaching 20 days by 2029
Brazil's Senate has approved a gradual increase in paternity leave from five days to 20 days by 2029, a significant step for parental rights.
Treasury is concerned about fiscal issues, and the vote on extending paternity leave is threatened in the Senate
The Brazilian Treasury has expressed concerns over the fiscal impact of a gradual extension of paternity leave, putting its Senate vote in jeopardy.
They Lay the Foundation for the Shows in Paternity Leave in Tenerife
A team from Iceland travels to Tenerife to prepare for shows during paternity leave.
Father's Childcare Leave: Legislation and Financial Reality
The article discusses the recent changes in Latvian laws regarding childcare leave for fathers, highlighting new benefits and the financial aspects involved.
Chino DarÃn confirms that Úrsula Corberó and he have become parents of a boy: 'I escaped from a shoot in Buenos Aires to try to make it to the delivery'
Chino DarÃn has announced the birth of his son with partner Úrsula Corberó, revealing he had to leave a film shoot in Buenos Aires to be present at the delivery.
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.
Teemu Selanne's former line mate becomes a father at 55
Russian hockey legend Aleksei Zhamnov has become a father for the fifth time at the age of 55, taking paternity leave from his coaching duties at Moscow Spartak.
A pioneering sentence in Asturias allows an official to fully enjoy his paternity leave after the Social Security's refusal
A groundbreaking ruling in Asturias enables a civil servant to fully take his paternity leave after Social Security initially denied it.