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Shared Parental Leave Notification Letter Template
How to notify your employer of your intention to take shared parental leave — what to include, your legal rights, and a free letter generator.
← All Letter Templates · Maternity, Paternity & Parental · Last updated 18 August 2026
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If you need to notify your employer of your intention to take shared parental leave, a written letter is the recommended first step — it creates a clear record and shows you're pursuing the matter formally. Below is what a strong shared parental leave notification should include, plus a free tool to generate yours.
What this letter needs to cover
- Confirm the partner has curtailed maternity leave
- State the SPL dates being requested
- Confirm entitlement to Shared Parental Pay at the statutory rate for eligible weeks
- Request confirmation within 14 days
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