The controversial Italian Law (92/2012) on unfair dismissals and fixed-term contracts has now become law. Statutory paternity leave has also been introduced for the first time. Fathers are now required to take one day off work on full pay within 5 months of their child’s birth. A further two optional days may be taken off at the same daily rate as the state maternity allowance. An additional element of the reform package is the introduction of childcare vouchers for use as an alternative to the taking of parental leave. Further guidance on the reforms is provided by Uberto Percivalle, Partner, Baker & McKenzie, Milan.