The Dáil has heard calls for extra paternity leave for fathers.
An Offaly TD thinks red tape surrounding paternity leave needs to be cut.
John Clendennen believes more supports will be granted to fathers in budget 2027.
It comes as the Dáil has heard calls for extra paternity leave for fathers, as currently they are entitled to just two weeks of leave - among the lowest amount in the EU.
The Fine Gael rep says barriers need to be removed:
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