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Shared parental leave FAQs

What are the main tests to qualify for shared parental leave?

What are the eligibility criteria for shared parental leave?

How does a member of staff notify a manager of their intention to take shared parental leave?

If both parents work for the NHS what are the pay arrangements?

Can a manager refuse shared parental leave?

The mother, member of staff giving birth, primary adopter or parental order parent is self-employed and the other parent is employed by the Trust. What happens in this situation?

How much shared parental leave can be taken?

Can shared parental leave be taken for a few days at a time?

Who counts as a partner?

What about agency workers?

Do parents have to agree on how much shared parental leave they will each take?

How are SPLIT days paid?

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