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Northern Ireland to Offer Paid Leave for Miscarriage Grief: A First in UK and Ireland

Northern Ireland is set to pioneer a significant change in the UK and Ireland by providing paid leave for parents who experience a miscarriage. Starting April 6th, eligible workers can take up to two weeks of paid time off to grieve and support each other. This new law builds on an existing 2022 act that offers similar leave for the death of a child under 18 or a stillbirth after 24 weeks of pregnancy. With over 9,000 people affected annually, this move makes Northern Ireland the only place in the UK or Ireland to offer this specific support for early pregnancy loss. The new rules also eliminate the 26-week employment requirement and remove the need for medical proof during such a difficult time. This change, approved by the assembly, will help thousands navigate their grief without added work stress, setting a strong example for family support across the islands.

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