Time off for Adoption Appointments

The Children and Families Act 2013 will grant a new right to attend adoption appointments.  The primary adoptive parent will be permitted to take time off work to attend up to 5 appointments whilst the secondary adopter will be entitled to take time off for up to 2 appointments.

Statutory Adoption Leave

The Paternity and Adoption Leave Regulations 2014 introduce significant changes with regards to adoption leave and pay.  The removal of the 26 week qualifying period will bring adoption leave entitlement in line with Maternity leave.  Surrogate Parents will also become eligible for Adoption Leave.