Motion text
That this House calls for the extension of statutory paid bereavement leave to all employees upon the loss of a close family member, following the welcome introduction of paid bereavement leave for parents on the loss of a child up to the age of 18 years old; notes research showing that grief experienced by employees costs the economy £23 billion per year, and costs the Treasury nearly £8 billion per year; acknowledges that whilst some employers offer compassionate leave for staff who have lost a close relative, does not believe that this such leave should be at the discretion of employers; is aware that many bereaved employees face financial pressures to return to work while coping with grief; acknowledges that bereavement can trigger mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorders, as well as being linked to physical health issues challenges such as increased likelihood of heart attacks, diabetes and increased mortality; believes that while bereavement is a fact of life, by providing the necessary support at the right time, we could boost the economy and have a healthier society with a greater sense of wellbeing at its heart; and therefore calls for the Government to act urgently to extend the right to statutory paid bereavement leave to all employees who lose a close family member or partner.
Signatures (20)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Gibson, Patricia
Scottish National Party
Signed on
27 May 2021
Stephens, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
7 June 2021
Williams, Hywel
Plaid Cymru
Signed on
7 June 2021
Lucas, Caroline
Green Party
Signed on
7 June 2021
Fellows, Marion
Scottish National Party
Signed on
7 June 2021
Barker, Paula
Labour
Signed on
7 June 2021
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
McDonnell, John
Labour
Signed on
7 June 2021
Edwards, Jonathan
Independent
Signed on
7 June 2021
Thewliss, Alison
Scottish National Party
Signed on
7 June 2021
Hanvey, Neale
Alba Party
Signed on
7 June 2021
Dorans, Allan
Scottish National Party
Signed on
7 June 2021
Hanna, Claire
Social Democratic & Labour Party
Signed on
7 June 2021
Gwynne, Andrew
Labour
Signed on
7 June 2021
Hobhouse, Wera
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
7 June 2021
Saville Roberts, Liz
Plaid Cymru
Signed on
7 June 2021
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
9 June 2021
Lake, Ben
Plaid Cymru
Signed on
14 June 2021
Mearns, Ian
Labour
Signed on
14 June 2021
Cherry, Joanna
Scottish National Party
Signed on
29 June 2021
Maskell, Rachael
Labour
Signed on
24 January 2022
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.