Campaigning for Better Paternity Leave with Alex Lloyd Hunter: The Dad Shift 5o2od

Campaigning for Better Paternity Leave with Alex Lloyd Hunter: The Dad Shift this episode of Law Talks with Alex Lloyd Hunter from the Dad Shift, a group advocating for improved statutory paternity leave in the UK. Alex discusses the group's objectives in light of the UK's current position as the worst in Europe for paternity leave. Alex highlights the importance of better paternity leave for families and society, citing personal experiences and survey data. He also explores the impact of political changes on their campaign and the importance of gender equality in parental leave. Tune in to learn how you can this initiative and bring about meaningful change. 00:00 Introduction to Law Talks with Alex Lloyd Hunter 00:36 Sponsor Message: Law Pods 01:03 Meet Alex Lloyd Hunter and The Dad Shift 01:30 The State of Paternity Leave in the UK 02:25 The Formation and Goals of The Dad Shift 03:40 Personal Stories and Motivations 06:03 Challenges and Barriers to Paternity Leave 08:46 Comparing Global Paternity Leave Policies 16:36 Political Climate and Campaign Impact 20:05 Innovative Campaigns and Public Perception 27:50 How to Get Involved with The Dad Shift 28:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts This episode is sponsored by LawPods, a podcast marketing agency that services some of the biggest brands in law. Enjoying Law Talks? Sign up for our Linked In Newsletter, and follow us on Instagram and TikTok to receive all our latest news. Want to read the episode transcription? Sign up to receive our monthly episode transcriptions or visit our website.   Want to feature on Law Talks? We're always happy to hear from legal professionals keen to share their insights and experiences with our listeners. us.    Our intro music is adapted from 'Sprightly' by GarageBand Apple Loop and 'Sprightly Remix' by Adamo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. 5u3i3m