Timmy Dooley
Ceist:353. Deputy Timmy Dooley asked the Minister for Social Protection his plans to extend paternity leave to at least eight weeks; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21374/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 March 2026
353. Deputy Timmy Dooley asked the Minister for Social Protection his plans to extend paternity leave to at least eight weeks; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21374/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThis matter is for the Department of Children, Disability and Equality.
The Department of Children, Disability and Equality has legal and policy responsibility for all family leaves, including paternity leave. The Department of Social Protection has legal and policy responsibility for the associated Benefit.
I trust this clarifies matter for the Deputy,