Bereavement leave to be extended to miscarriages before 24 weeks
Summary
The UK government plans to update the law to allow parents who experience a miscarriage before 24 weeks of pregnancy to take bereavement leave. Currently, this right is available only for pregnancy losses after 24 weeks. The proposed change is part of the Employment Rights Bill, which is progressing through Parliament.Key Facts
- The law change will let parents take bereavement leave if they have a miscarriage before 24 weeks of pregnancy.
- Parents currently only get bereavement leave if the pregnancy ends after 24 weeks.
- The Employment Rights Bill, which includes this update, is moving through the UK Parliament.
- Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner supports the change, emphasizing the need for time to grieve.
- The law will ensure at least one week of leave, though the exact amount is still under discussion.
- Labour MP Sarah Owen has advocated for this change, sharing her personal experience with miscarriage.
- In March, business minister Justin Madders expressed support for bereavement leave related to pregnancy loss.
- The Miscarriage Association's chief, Vicki Robinson, welcomed the proposed changes, highlighting their importance.
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