When there’s a little new to the world, will be there in the future earmarked two months leave for each parent.
It is the EU Parliament and the EU member states Thursday agreed on.
the parental leave is earmarked, and there is therefore not a question of coercion. However, for example, the mother of the child does not take the two months leave from danger, if he does not take them.
in Addition to the maternity leave includes Thursday’s agreement also provides for five annual care days.
In contrast to, for example, the child’s first day of sickness, you can use omsorgsdagene to care for other family members who are aging or seriously ill.
The overall agreement is aimed at ensuring a better balance between work and private life.
There is a preliminary agreement between negotiators from the EU Parliament and the EU member states. It is yet to be formally approved in both places. The aim is that the new rules shall enter into force within three years.
