Children's Minister Roderic O'Gorman is bringing a memo before cabinet concerning the legislation that would increase paid parents leave from 2 to 5 weeks.
This will be backdated to apply to both parents of children born since November 2019.
If passed this month in the Oireachtas people will be entitled to take the leave from April.
The Family Leave Bill also contains provisions to allow male same-sex couples to avail of adoptive leave for the first time.
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Irish Water Complete Mains Upgrades To Improve Output And Quality In Glenealy & Bray
From the first cuppa of the morning to keeping the shops and community halls ticking over, Wicklow homes and businesses are set for a steadier, more dependable supply.
Wicklow Carers Urged To Have Their Say Ahead Of Budget 2027
There's an urgency to get carers to engage their local TDs and senators to have a greater understanding of the realities of caring for a loved one
Suspended Bray GP Before The High Court Tomorrow
Dr Regine Grah was suspended earlier this month, following an urgent application by the Medical Council
Young Wicklow Readers Celebrated at Ballywaltrim Library
The Summer Stars signed up more readers than ever before.
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