Russia to Extend Paid Sick Leave for Child Care by 30 Days
Russia plans to increase the maximum period of paid sick leave for childcare, Prime Minister Mishustin said.
Consensus
- The Russian government plans to increase the maximum duration of paid sick leave for parents caring for a sick child.
- The increase will be by 30 days per year.
- The announcement was made by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin on October 22.
- The current paid sick leave for child care ranges from 45 to 120 days per year depending on the illness and child's age.
- There are cases where even the maximum period is insufficient for a child's full recovery.
- After the paid period ends, parents must return to work as benefits cease.
- The extension will provide financial support to families needing more time to care for a sick child.
Points of divergence
- The Social Fund recently announced pension amounts for 2027, which will be received by 43 million people. — fontanka
- The right to take sick leave for child care also applies to other relatives, such as grandparents. — interfax
- The article includes a separate discussion about unpaid leave, explaining that employers cannot refuse such leave based on written request, and cites a lawyer's opinion on the matter. — vm
Coverage (7 sources)
- In Russia, maximum paid sick leave period for child care is planned to be increased, Mishustin reported. — ТАСС (Telegram)
- In Russia plans to increase paid maternity leave for child care — Фонтанка
- Cabinet will increase the number of days provided for sick leave to care for a child — Интерфакс
- Mishustin reported on the extension of the sick leave period for childcare — Ведомости
- Cabinet will increase maximum sick leave duration for child care by 30 days — Вечерняя Москва
- In Russia, maximum period of paid sick leave for childcare is planned to be increased, Mishustin reported. — ТАСС (Telegram)
- Parents in Russia will be able to take sick leave to care for a sick child for 30 days longer, Prime Minister Mishustin said. — Первый Московский