Imagine losing your unborn child, then being forced back to work while your heart is breaking. This is the reality for countless parents who experience pregnancy loss before 24 weeks.

On 11th March 2025, the Government committed to including pre-24 week loss in bereavement leave legislation.  However, we still don't know what this will entail.

We at Magara Law call on the UK Government to introduce two weeks of paid bereavement leave for mothers and partners who experience pregnancy loss before 24 weeks. Pregnancy loss, whether early or later, is a devastating experience, yet many parents are left without the time and support they need to grieve properly.

A loss before 24 weeks is no less painful than a later loss and the emotional, physical and mental toll it takes on parents must be acknowledged. This petition seeks to ensure that grieving parents are given time to mourn, heal and process their emotions without the added stress of returning to work prematurely.

Providing paid bereavement leave recognises the significant impact of pregnancy loss and promotes better mental health and well-being for those affected. It also sends a compassionate message that the UK government understands the importance of allowing parents time to grieve and recover after such a heartbreaking experience.

This is not just about time off. It's about acknowledging the devastating emotional and physical trauma, and allowing parents to heal without the added burden of immediate work pressures. Grieving families deserve compassion, not forced returns

Sign this petition to support a policy change that will offer crucial support to grieving parents across the UK.

*On 22 September 2026, the Government confirmed that two weeks' statutory bereavement leave for pregnancy loss before 24 weeks will be introduced from April 2027. While this is an important and welcome recognition of the impact of pregnancy loss, the leave will be unpaid, meaning that for many people the opportunity to take time to grieve simply will not be financially viable.

This petition is therefore more relevant than ever. Please sign and help ensure that bereavement leave following pregnancy loss is a paid entitlement, so that those affected can take the time they need without facing financial hardship.

**We are joining forces, please add your voice to the next stage of the campaign  by signing Miscarriage UK's petition here: https://www.miscarriageuk.org/leave-for-every-loss/