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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Richard Wheeler

Calls to give paid ‘safe leave’ to people experiencing domestic abuse

People experiencing domestic abuse would be allowed several days of ‘safe leave’ to assist them in addressing issues related to the abuse under the proposed law (Dominic Lipinski/PA) - (PA Archive)

Domestic abuse victims would have access to paid time off work to help them stay safe under a proposed law to be tabled in Parliament.

People experiencing domestic abuse would be allowed several days of “safe leave” to assist them in addressing issues related to the abuse, including finding a place of safety, dealing with health issues and attending police interviews.

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