The new paid parental leave scheme - What it means for employers

In delivering the 2009-10 budget on Tuesday night, the Rudd government confirmed the introduction of a government-funded paid parental leave (PPL) scheme. The PPL scheme will have a significant impact on employers who already provide for paid parental leave as the government PPL scheme can be accessed in addition to employer provided entitlements. All employers will also be required to administer the payments.

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