Parental leave report a 'healthy addition'
Tuesday, 28 August 2007, 1:52 pm
Press Release: New Zealand National Party
Kate Wilkinson MP
National Party Labour & Industrial
Relations Spokeswoman
29 August 2007
Parental leave
report a 'healthy addition'
National Party Labour &
Industrial Relations spokeswoman Kate Wilkinson has welcomed
a report by the Families Commission recommending changes to
the way paid parental leave operates in New Zealand.
"It's
a welcome addition to the discussion, and I have no doubt
that this will generate discussion, among hard-working,
stressed parents, and among employers who are struggling
with our skills shortages.
"I see today's report as part
of a healthy discussion, which is evolving every year in all
parts of the developed world.
"Prosperous countries with
growing economies, are always better equipped to look after
their citizens with fair social safety nets. National is
committed to maintaining that fairness when it comes to paid
parental leave."
ENDS
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