Amend employment law to extend Statutory Paternity Leave to at least 12 weeks for fathers, paid at a meaningful rate. This should be a protected entitlement separate from maternity leave and not dependent on Shared Parental Leave. with protection from workplace discrimination and financial penalty.
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The UK provides only 1–2 weeks of low-paid paternity leave. Postnatal depression affects around 1 in 10 mothers and up to 10% of fathers. Early paternal bonding improves child development and family stability. The UK ranks near the bottom among OECD nations for father-specific leave. Fathers should not be forced to use annual leave or unpaid time to support their families. Investing in fathers early reduces long-term social and economic costs. Modern policy must reflect modern families.