ACAS: Carer's leave – the law explained

In April 2024 a new law came into effect allowing employees one week of unpaid leave per year to provide care for a dependent with long term care needs. 

Eligibility is not dependent an employee’s length of service with an employer. 

As a result, there will be practical implications for employers and new policies to be put in place. 

This Acas webinar explores: 

• The new law from April 2024
• Definitions of ‘long-term’ and ‘dependent’ for eligibility purposes
• Eligibility criteria
• How carer’s leave can be taken
• Notice periods for the intention to take carer’s leave
• Whether employers can request employees postpone leave
• Risks for employers of getting it wrong