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<p>The Government recognises that the loss of a close family member is deeply distressing.</p><p>
</p><p>Acas has published guidance for employers on supporting bereaved colleagues
and managing grief in the workplace, which was developed in partnership with Cruse
Bereavement Care and others. The Government is clear that it expects all managers
to act with the sensitivity and flexibility deserved at such a difficult time.</p><p>
</p><p>In addition, in view of the commitment in the Conservative Party manifesto,
the Government is supporting the Private Member’s Bill brought forward by my hon Friend
the Member for Thirsk and Malton (Kevin Hollinrake) to introduce a new statutory paid
leave entitlement for employees who suffer the bereavement of a child.</p>
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