Asda increases support for family leave, including maternity, paternity, and neonatal care

UK-based grocery retailer Asda enhances family leave policies, offering 140,000 employees increased support during significant life events. Maternity and adoption leave pay for hourly employees increased from 12 to 26 weeks. Paternity leave doubled from two to four weeks at full pay, including support for secondary kinship carers.

New policy for primary kinship carers introduced, providing 26 weeks of company leave and pay. Asda updates existing policy to offer two weeks of company-paid leave for pregnancy loss before 24 weeks. General counsel Helen Selby emphasizes commitment to inclusivity and colleague-focused workplace.

Asda aligns family-friendly policy enhancements with £80m investment to raise hourly rates for store-based employees. Neonatal care leave policy launched in November 2024, granting additional leave and pay for employees with newborns needing neonatal care treatment. Retail trade union Usdaw praises Asda’s commitment to supporting members during crucial life moments.

Plans for a £10m refurbishment programme across more than 180 in-store cafés unveiled in June 2025 to enhance customer experience. Asda’s proactive approach to employee support reflects dedication to fostering a positive work environment. Retail Insight Network originally reported on Asda’s family leave policy enhancements.

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