Bereavement Leave

Bereavement Leave

Bereavement Leave may be given in the immediate aftermath of the loss of a dependant aged 18+.  The line manager or their nominee may grant up to three days pro rata paid compassionate leave.  This may be increased to a maximum of five days depending on the circumstances and will be at the discretion of the Head of Department/Operational Lead.  If further time off is required, other options should be considered.  Where a child under 18 has died, all employed parents have the right to two weeks' leave.


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