1035.This section adds two new paragraphs into Schedule 5 of the Social Security Act 1989. The new paragraphs apply provisions in respect of paid paternity leave and paid adoption leave that mirror those found at paragraph 5 of that Schedule (which are headed “unfair maternity provisions” and provide that employer pension contributions during periods of paid maternity leave should be made as if the woman was working normally).
Commentary on Sections Safeguarding pension rights Section 265: Paternity leave and adoption leave