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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Aletha Adu Political correspondent

SNP MP proposes paid leave for UK parents who experience miscarriage

SNP MP Angela Crawley speaks during prime minister's questions in the House of Commons
Angela Crawley: ‘Parents who experience a miscarriage or stillbirth at any stage of their pregnancy deserve to be properly supported.’ Photograph: House of Commons/PA

Ministers have been urged to back proposals that would grant paid leave to parents who have experienced miscarriage.

Under current UK law, people are not granted maternity leave or pay if they have had a miscarriage.

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