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Paternity Leave (Bereavement) Act 2024
Summary
This Act gives fathers and partners the legal right to take paid time off work when their child passes away. It protects their job and income during this extremely difficult period, similar to maternity leave, so they can grieve and handle practical arrangements without added financial stress.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means giving fathers and partners time off work to grieve when their child dies. It recognises that parents need space to process their loss, arrange funeral services, and begin healing without worrying about losing their job or pay.
A vote to oppose means
- —Some might worry about the cost to employers, especially small businesses, if they have to pay workers who aren't working. Others could be concerned about how long the leave should last or whether it might be difficult for employers to manage staffing during this time.
Cast Your Vote
People's Vote4 votes
0% Support · 0100% Oppose · 4
Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading6 Dec 2023
- 2nd reading26 Jan 2024
- Committee stage20 Mar 2024
- 3rd reading26 Apr 2024
Lords
- 1st reading29 Apr 2024
- 2nd reading17 May 2024
- 3rd reading24 May 2024
Royal Assent24 May 2024
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