Cork TD calls for parental leave  for TDs, senators and councillors

Social Democrats TD Holly Cairns called on the Taoiseach to introduce maternity and paternity leave for TDs, councillors and senators. Picture: PA

A TD has called on the Government to give maternity and paternity leave to TDs, senators and councillors.

Social Democrats TD Holly Cairns said the lack of maternity leave in particular for female politicians is leading to a gender imbalance.