Proposed Legislation

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 October 2014

Tuesday, 21 October 2014

Ceisteanna (320)

Stephen Donnelly

Ceist:

320. Deputy Stephen S. Donnelly asked the Minister for Justice and Equality her plans to consider extending the parental leave from employment in respect of children above the age of eight years old; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40299/14]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Justice and Equality

I have no plans to extend parental leave from employment in respect of children generally above the age of 8. As the Deputy will be aware, the age limit in the case of a child suffering from long-term illness or disability is 16 years.