Parents given ‘time to heal' under plans to expand leave for pregnancy loss
This change will ensure protected time off, addressing current rules that only grant leave for stillbirths after 24 weeks or the death of a child under 18.
The amendments will introduce a right to at least one week's leave for pre-24-week losses, with the precise duration to be determined following a consultation.
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds supported the move, highlighting the need for dignity and families receiving the 'time they need to heal' without job concerns.
The Miscarriage Association welcomed the announcement as a crucial step acknowledging the significant impact of early pregnancy loss on individuals and their partners.
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