| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | [2016] NZERA Christchurch 41 |
| Determination date | 06 April 2016 |
| Member | Christine Hickey |
| Representation | N Kerapa (in person) ; C Milnes |
| Location | Christchurch |
| Parties | Kerapa v Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment |
| Summary | PARENTAL LEAVE – Applicant sought review of respondent’s decision applicant not eligible for paid parental leave (“PPL”) |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND -;PARENTAL LEAVE: Applicant greatly disadvantaged by reliance on advice from IRD. Applicant would have remained with previous employer until parental leave began. Equity and good conscience discretion exercised. Within public interest to allow PPL entitlement had applicant received correct advice. Applicant entitled to PPL. |
| Result | Application granted ; Costs to lie where they fall |
| Main Category | Parental Leave |
| Statutes | ERA s157;Parental Leave and Employment Protection Act 1987 s7;Parental Leave and Employment Protection Act 1987 s71CA;Parental Leave and Employment Protection Act 1987 s71I;Parental Leave and Employment Protection Act 1987 s71IA;Parental Leave and Employment Protection Act 1987 s71ZB |
| Number of Pages | 7 |
| PDF File Link: | 2016_NZERA_Christchurch_41.pdf [pdf 235 KB] |