What is the process for handling Paternity Leave?

When your employee is taking paternity leave, please provide us with the following information:

• The expected birth date or placement date for adoption
• The intended start date of paternity leave
• The duration of paternity leave (typically 1 or 2 weeks)
• Confirmation of whether your company offers enhanced paternity pay
• Details of any specific company policies related to paternity leave
• Confirmation that the employee has provided appropriate notice to you as their employer

For your employee to be eligible for statutory paternity pay:

• They must have been continuously employed by your company for at least 26 weeks by the end of the 15th week before the expected week of childbirth
• They must earn on average at least the Lower Earnings Limit (LEL)
• They must be taking time off to care for the child or support the mother/adopter
• They must have provided proper notice (at least 28 days before starting paternity leave)

Please send all details via the secure payroll portal.

If you have questions about specific cases or requirements, our payroll team will be happy to provide further guidance.