Shared Parental Leave and Pay (Extension) Bill

Key Points

• Extends eligibility for Shared Parental Leave and Pay to self-employed workers.
• Allows a broader range of workers to share leave with their partner under the revised rules.
• Updates administration and funding arrangements to deliver the extended entitlement.
• Includes connected provisions such as guidance, enforcement measures, and alignment with other family rights.
• Applies to workers and employers across the labour market, subject to parliamentary passage.

Progress

The Bill is at its second reading in the Commons and will proceed to committee stage for detailed scrutiny and amendments.