Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 February 2025
892. Deputy Jerry Buttimer asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth to consider putting forward a proposal to introduce paid miscarriage leave as a specific payment, for a temporary period, which would not replace the current sick leave policy; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2865/25]
View answerThe Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth commissioned a qualitative research study to examine the workplace experiences of parents coping with pregnancy loss.
The study focuses on people who experience pregnancy loss prior to 24 weeks’ gestation, as people who have a pregnancy loss after 24 weeks’ gestation can avail of full maternity leave and paternity leave entitlements.
The PLACES research report was published on 26 January 2024, with the recommendations arising from this study being reviewed with a view to determining Government policy in respect of this issue.
