Sir. – I was surprised to learn that our TDs have no right to maternity leave (News, December 7th), though on reflection it perhaps reflects the precarious nature of political careers.
Might I suggest, however, that this revelation presents the opportunity for the Dáil to take a leading role, by emulating a regrettably small number of organisations in this country, and offering 26 weeks of maternity and paternity leave. Such a move would demonstrate a real awareness of the importance of families. – Yours, etc,
ALBERT WINSTON,
Glasnevin,
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Dublin 11.