Dads Bench Themselves for Change

Dads took the field in a powerful 10-minute football match—symbolizing the 10 days of UK paternity leave—to demand six weeks at 90% pay, backed by Movember and The Dad Shift. Wearing shirts with the number six, they sat out as their kids played on, spotlighting how fathers are undervalued and how critical early bonding is for mental health. Research shows overwhelming public support for better paternity policies, with many dads facing anxiety and depression without support. The campaign, timed for Men’s Health Week and Father’s Day, calls for inclusive leave for self-employed dads and improved maternity services—because dads need time, not just to be present, but to thrive. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d65eb57335db4e01