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NationalistSocial & Rights2026-05-10

15 days of government-paid leave for parents when children fall ill

PN proposes introducing 15 days of dedicated government-paid leave for parents to care for sick children. The measure would be separate from personal vacation leave, which parents are currently required to use in such situations.

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Speaking during the family-focused Mother’s Day event in Mġarr, Alex Borg also announced a proposal to introduce 15 days of separate government-paid leave for parents when their children fall ill. The proposal aims to address a common issue faced by many families, where parents are currently forced to use their personal vacation leave to care … Continued • ]]>

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