Time off for dependants is a right allowing employees to take a reasonable amount of time off work to deal with certain unexpected or sudden emergencies and to make any necessary longer-term arrangements.

 

Guidance giving information on time off for dependants

 

Family emergency: your right to time off (PL506) 

A summary guide [Welsh version]

 

Time off for dependants - detailed guidance for employers and employees (URN 99/1186)  (96Kb)
Detailed guidance on time off for dependants

Time off for dependants - frequently asked questions

Other useful guidance

 

Legislation

Information on other rights of working parents