Towards a parental leave policy that gives New Zealand families real choice
All of society benefits when children get the best possible start in life. This report recommends how New Zealand can improve parental leave provisions to give parents real choices in balancing employment and family responsibilities.
This submission suggests some ways in which the Commission’s research shows that business and government could work together to find solutions and support families.
We are keen to improve the choices offered to parents through better parental leave provisions. We think that current arrangements don't adequately meet the needs of working families with new babies.
The Families Commission says New Zealand must do better when it comes to looking after its children and their access to early childhood education and care.
