Fundamental family rights much needed, says Sanchez on parental leave @GBCNewsroom
Fundamental family rights much needed, says Sanchez on parental leave  @GBCNewsroom
Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Gibraltar has no statutory entitlement to paternity or parental leave, something the Shadow Equality Minister says places the burden of childcare largely on mothers.

Atrish Sanchez says introducing these rights is important to promote greater equality for families.

While the Government has repeatedly said its plans are at an advanced stage, Ms Sanchez told Katy Docker it has not shared any details of its proposals with the Opposition.
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'Fundamental' family rights much needed, says Sanchez on parental leave

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