Family leave Managing parental leave while preparing for change From day-one rights to stronger dismissal protections, upcoming reforms will reshape how employers handle family leave obligations iStock.com/LSOphoto Image Ed Bowyer Head of Employment, Hogan Lovells Image Jo Broadbent Counsel Knowledge Lawyer, Hogan Lovells Thursday 05 February 2026 In recent years, a much wider range of employees became eligible to take family-related leave. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Family leave Bereavement leave reforms put spotlight on manager training Family leave Labour extends bereavement leave for families faced with pregnancy loss Flexibility UK firms must prepare now for rise in parental leave requests Family leave UK government launches review into parental leave