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UK Firms Push for Minimum Six Weeks Paternity Leave

4/23/2025

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In 2024, UK companies provided an average of five weeks of paid paternity leave, sparking the "Let’s Talk About Six" campaign advocating for a minimum of six weeks. While some firms like Bain & Company and Diageo offer up to 52 weeks, a mere 2% of couples take advantage of Shared Parental Leave, highlighting its shortcomings.

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Story summary

In 2024, UK companies provided an average of five weeks of paid paternity leave, sparking the "Let’s Talk About Six" campaign advocating for a minimum of six weeks. While some firms like Bain & Company and Diageo offer up to 52 weeks, a mere 2% of couples take advantage of Shared Parental Leave, highlighting its shortcomings.