Labour Party Vows To Increase Paternity Leave

The video covers a coffee morning with Labour leader Ed Miliband discussing the challenges faced by young families, particularly focusing on paternity leave and pay. Miliband proposes extending paternity leave to four weeks and increasing pay, funded by savings in tax credits. While some businesses support these changes, others express concerns about the costs and administrative burdens. The video also highlights the political implications of these policies for the upcoming election, with Miliband facing criticism from industry leaders but potentially gaining support from working fathers.

What was the main focus of Ed Miliband's meeting with young families?

• Reducing housing costs

• Understanding the challenges of paternity leave

• Improving healthcare services

• Discussing educational reforms

What change did the Labour party propose regarding paternity leave?

• Doubling paternity leave to four weeks

• Reducing paternity leave to one week

• Introducing unpaid paternity leave

• Eliminating paternity leave

How does the Labour party plan to fund the increased paternity pay?

• By increasing taxes

• By reducing healthcare spending

• By cutting educational budgets

• By savings in tax credits

What is a concern for businesses regarding extended paternity leave?

• Higher administrative costs

• Reduced working hours

• Increased productivity

• Improved employee satisfaction

What political challenge does Ed Miliband face with his paternity leave policy?

• Criticism for being anti-business

• Approval from all political parties

• Lack of public interest

• Support from industry leaders