Urgent leave entitlement for workers increased to 32 hours per year

Parliamentary Secretary for Social Dialogue Andy Elllul

Starting April 4th, workers will be entitled to up to 32 hours per year to deal with urgent family matters, up from the previous 15-hour limit. Junior Minister for Social Dialogue, Andy Ellull, announced the increase, stating it aims to improve work-life balance. Employees can take up to eight hours per day for four days each year. The changes reflect a push to provide more flexibility for workers facing family emergencies.

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