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NI Offers Paid Miscarriage Leave
Northern Ireland is the first part of the UK to provide two weeks of paid leave for parents after a miscarriage, offering support during a difficult time.
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01What new leave has Northern Ireland introduced?
02How long is the paid leave for miscarriage in Northern Ireland?
03What is the payment rate for the leave?
04What did Erin Sharkey say about her experience with miscarriage?
Discussion
Discussion
How do you think paid leave for miscarriage can impact society's view on parental loss?
Vocabulary
Vocabulary
miscarriage word
the loss of a baby before 24 weeks of pregnancy
“Many women experience a miscarriage, which can be very painful.”
bereavement word
the period of mourning after a loss
“Bereavement leave allows employees time to grieve.”
statutory word
required by law
“The statutory leave is paid at a set rate.”
validation word
recognition or affirmation of a feeling or belief
“The new law gives validation to parents' feelings of loss.”
employer word
a person or organization that hires people to work
“An employer must support their employees during difficult times.”