| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Auckland |
| Reference No | [2013] NZERA Auckland 412 |
| Determination date | 11 September 2013 |
| Member | T G Tetitaha |
| Representation | J Lane (in person) ; A Leulu |
| Parties | Lane v The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment |
| Summary | PARENTAL LEAVE - Application dismissed |
| Abstract | Applicant (Ms Lane) sought review of respondent’s (The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment) decision applicant not eligible for paid parental leave (“PPL”). Applicant employed in Information Media and Telecommunications Sector. Applicant commenced work for employer as contractor in July 2012. Applicant entered employment relationship with employer in November 2012. Employment to start 8 December 2012 but later amended because applicant actually started work 10 December 2012. Applicant’s expected due date 8 June 2013. Applicant advised by respondent ineligible for PPL because expected due date two days short of six months continuous employment.;AUTHORITY FOUND-;PARENTAL LEAVE: Parental Leave and Employment Protection Act 1987 required six months continuous employment. Applicant did not meet criteria. Applicant ineligible for PPL. |
| Result | Application dismissed; Costs to lie where they fall |
| Main Category | Parental Leave |
| Statutes | Parental Leave and Employment Protection Act 1987 s7(b)(ii) |
| Number of Pages | 3 |
| PDF File Link: | 2013_NZERA_Auckland_412.pdf [pdf 132 KB] |