New fathers fear taking full parental leave will impact career progression and finances

Over half of employees believe that new fathers do not take the full parental leave they are entitled to.

Over half (52%) of employees believe that new fathers in their organisation do not take the full parental leave they are entitled to.

A new Gender Diversity Report published by Hays Ireland, revealed that 38% felt this was because fathers fear an adverse impact on their finances if they take their full entitlement.