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Parents

Parental leave and flexible working

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Parental leave

Find out if you are entitled to take unpaid time off work to look after your child

Taking your parental leave

If you qualify for parental leave find out about the steps you should follow when taking it

Entitlements during parental leave and returning to work

While you are on parental leave and when you return to work find out about your employment rights

Flexible working (employment section)

As a working parent you may have the right to request a flexible working pattern, like flexitime or part-time work

Time off for dependants (employment section)

In an emergency you may be able to take time off work to look after your child, eg if their school is closed

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