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UK Introduces Two Weeks Bereavement Leave for Miscarriage

3/5/2025

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In a compassionate move, the UK is set to introduce two weeks of bereavement leave for parents who suffer a miscarriage before 24 weeks, as part of the Employment Rights Bill. This significant change, championed by campaigners and MPs, acknowledges the profound emotional impact on around 250,000 families each year, with the bill anticipated to pass shortly.

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Story summary

In a compassionate move, the UK is set to introduce two weeks of bereavement leave for parents who suffer a miscarriage before 24 weeks, as part of the Employment Rights Bill. This significant change, championed by campaigners and MPs, acknowledges the profound emotional impact on around 250,000 families each year, with the bill anticipated to pass shortly.