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Carers leave: the law explained

November 21 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am

In April 2024 a new law came into effect allowing employees one week of unpaid leave per year to provide care for a dependent with long term care needs.

This free carers’ leave webinar covers:

  • The new law from April 2024
  • Definitions of ‘long-term’ and ‘dependent’ for eligibility purposes
  • Eligibility criteria
  • How carer’s leave can be taken
  • Notice periods for the intention to take carer’s leave
  • Whether employers can request employees postpone leave
  • Risks for employers of getting it wrong

Register for your free place at this event