Petition Legislate 4 weeks paid Parental Leave for the death of a Child.

Did you know that if your Child dies your employer doesn't have to give you time off from work? You can have "up to 12 months leave for the birth of a child,but just 3 days to grieve your child"
My son Jack was just 23 months old when he tragically died and I discovered this anomaly in law.

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In August 2010, my son Jack died just 2 weeks away from his 2nd birthday. I have been tirelessly trying to make a change in his memory.Grief effects us all differently, there is no wrong or right way to grieve but it should be our way in how we choose to grieve.While many good employers offer compassionate leave, there is no statutory right to leave and this needs to change.In 2014 I worked with ACAS to create guidance but still believe bereavement leave needs to be legislated.Will you Sign?

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Share your views on parental bereavement leave

On Friday 20 October, MPs will debate the Parental Bereavement (Leave and Pay) Bill. This Bill is being sponsored by Kevin Hollinrake MP.

You can watch the debate live on Parliament TV: http://www.parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/401d7566-5a1e-4bad-abf3-8a0278b2c164

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What flexibility would you like to see in when or how parental bereavement leave is taken?

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Date closed 15 February 2017
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Petition Legislate 4 weeks paid Parental Leave for the death of a Child.

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