Parental leave postponement letter template
Employers can use this Postponement of Parental Leave Letter to restrict employees from taking parental leave at a specific period because of the disruption that their absence would cause.
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- UK-specific accuracy. Suitable for use in other territories; check local laws first.
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- 148 words over 1 page.
- Last updated 25/01/2023.
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[Sender name]
[Sender address]
[date]
[Recipient name]
[Recipient address]
Dear [Recipient first name],
I write further to our [meeting/discussion] on [date], in which I confirmed to you that the organisation will be unable to grant your request for [date] parental leave for [name of child] from [date] to [date] due to [reason].
[At this meeting/during this discussion] I
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Parental leave postponement letter template
Employers may only delay a legitimate application for parental leave if they can demonstrate a significant impact on their operations. If a company delays an employee's request for parental leave, they must nonetheless permit the employee to take the same length of leave within six months of the initial request.
Additionally, when parental leave is scheduled to be taken as a consequence of a child's birth or adoption, employers are not permitted to delay it.
Practical application of a Parental leave postponement letter template
- The Parental leave postponement letter template should be actioned / delivered as soon as reasonably practical.
Frequently Asked Questions about a Parental leave postponement letter template
Frequently Asked Questions about a Parental leave postponement letter template
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Can I use this template in my small business?
Yes. The Parental leave postponement letter template is designed to be flexible and suitable for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses and charities. It follows UK employment law best practice, so even if you don't have an in-house HR team, you can confidently apply it.
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Is the Parental leave postponement letter template compliant with 2026 UK employment law?
Absolutely. All of our templates are drafted with the latest ACAS guidance and UK employment legislation in mind. We review and update them regularly, so you can be confident they remain compliant.
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Can I customise it for my organisation?
Yes, we highlight the areas that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.
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Do I get instant access?
Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download it instantly. Templates are provided in editable Word or Excel format so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.
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What if I need more help, not just this template?
If you're looking for broader support, we also offer toolkits and library bundles that include this template, along with other HR templates and policies for fully managing your situation. These may be more cost-effective if you need deeper advice.
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Why should I use this, and not AI to generate this template?
The risk of using a free AI-generated template 'without review' includes your legal exposure, missing context, and no awareness of the wider process. Purchasing from us mitigates that risk.
