New mothers are entitled to 26 weeks paid leave.
The Seanad is debating a bill which could allow parents to split leave.
New mothers are entitled to 26 weeks paid leave.
However, there is no provision to transfer that leave to the other parent, should the mother have to return to work early.
Kildare Senator Fiona O'Loughlin says the proposals are practical.
Senator O'Loughlin joined Ciara Noble on Tuesday's edition the programme

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