The Employment Rights Bill introduced a new day-one right to unpaid bereavement leave for employees who experience the loss of a loved one, including pregnancy loss before 24 weeks.
The UK Government are seeking views to ensure the new entitlement is shaped with the needs of employees and employers at the forefront.
This consultation seeks views on:
- eligibility criteria
- types of pregnancy loss in scope
- when and how bereavement leave can be taken
- notice and evidence requirements
Views are welcomed from all stakeholders, particularly those with insight into this sensitive and personal topic. This may include charities, individuals with lived experience, and employers.
The consultation closes at 11:59pm on 15 January 2026.
For further information please select the following link: Make Work Pay: leave for bereavement including pregnancy loss - GOV.UK.