Italy court grants same-sex parents paternity leave

Italy's Constitutional Court has ruled that non-biological mothers in same-sex unions are entitled to paternity leave, granting them the same rights as fathers. The court declared a 2001 decree unconstitutional, stating it failed to recognize the non-biological mother's right to the mandatory 10-day leave. The ruling prioritizes the child's need for both parents' care, regardless of sexual orientation. This decision follows a recent ruling allowing same-sex couples to register as parents. LGBTQ+ activists celebrated the ruling, while some groups criticized it amidst government efforts to promote traditional family values.