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25/12/2022

SEASON'S WISHES

May this season find you among those you love, sharing in the twin glories of generosity and gratitude.
Merry Christmas and best wishes for a healthy, happy, and peaceful New Year!

Regards, The Cresco Team

12/05/2022

Parental Leave.

By Jan du Toit

As from the 1st of January 2020 the three days family responsibility leave employees were entitled to upon the birth of a child, was replaced with parental leave as per the Labour Laws Amendment Act of 2018.

The remainder of section 27 of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (Family Responsibility Leave) remains intact, entitling employees to three days family responsibility leave when a child is sick (younger than 18 years of age) or alternatively upon the death of a family member as listed in the Act.

In terms of the Labour Laws Amendment Act an employee is entitled to 10 days parental leave upon the birth of the employee's child. Parental leave may also be applicable in circumstances where an employee legally adopts a child or when a child is placed by a court in the care of a prospective adoptive parent. In this regard one must consider the definitions of adoptive and prospective adoptive parents. A “prospective adoptive” parent means a person that complies with the requirements set out in the in the Children's Act of 2005. A prospective adoptive parent therefore means:

* a person that is fit and proper to be entrusted with full parental responsibilities;
* that is willing and able to undertake, exercise and maintain those responsibilities;
* that is older than 18 years;
* and that has been properly assessed by an adoption social worker.

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https://www.labourguide.co.za/conditions-of-employment/2879-parental-leave

05/01/2022

31/12/2021

HAPPY NEW YEAR

What a year it's been! I for one was crying inside because of all the beautiful momentum that we managed to build in numerous staff platforms we were involved in, just came to a halt. So many of our clients were in the hospitality industry and vulnerable industries during the lock downs. Many jobs lost and the diverse voices in the workplace went quiet. My only hope is that those who were part of our dynamic forums found a new place to speak up for what needed voice. In many ways I have moved on from corporate, but in my heart, I will always miss the connection. The new paradigms, sometimes tears and almost always a laugh that we shared with many people over the years have been my fuel. May 2022 bring new opportunities for us to shine our light in a confused world.

Leonie [x]

26/12/2021

CELEBRATING LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL DAYS OF AWARENESS

At Cresco Consultants we are passionate in our celebration and support of international and local awareness days. Today is a special day (like any other day!) but we ask that you spare a special moment in support of the above cause!

The Cresco Team