New reform in Spain extends paid parental leave


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In Spain, each parent is entitled to 17 weeks of non-transferable paid leave during their child's first year. Photo: Freepik

IN July, the country's government approved a reform to extend paid parental leave from 16 to 19 weeks per parent, a move aimed at enhancing family support and gender equality.

Under the new rules approved by the cabinet, each parent is entitled to 17 weeks of non-transferable paid leave during their child's first year, six of which must be taken immediately after birth or adoption.

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