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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Jonathan Bunn

Women who have abortions will now have right to bereavement leave

Employees grieving a loss during early pregnancy or the death of a relative are set to gain statutory time off under expanded rules outlined by the government.

Beginning in April next year, the statutory bereavement right will cover staff who lose a spouse, partner, parent, adult child or sibling.

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