NHS England trusts advised to offer women two weeks' miscarriage leave | Miscarriage
Non-compulsory guidance issued to all trusts also recognises fathers’ right to grieve after loss of a baby
Source: theguardian.com
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Non-compulsory guidance issued to all trusts also recognises fathers’ right to grieve after loss of a baby
The new policy was trialled at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Trust
Those who miscarry in the first 24 weeks of pregnancy can take 10 days' paid leave, NHS England says.
Experts said NHS England's decision sends a 'powerful signal' that people impacted by baby loss 'deserve understanding, compassion and the right to grieve'.
The UK Government has announced that parents in England who lose a baby before 24 weeks will be eligible for a baby loss certificate.