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Compassionate leave policy

This policy sets out employees’ rights to compassionate leave and explains how requests for time off following bereavement or other distressing circumstances should be handled. It helps employers manage compassionate leave consistently, sensitively and in line with organisational policy.

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By Ben Roberts

Use this model policy to set out the rights of employees to compassionate leave.

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Ben Roberts

Ben Roberts is a senior lawyer working in a government department. He formerly worked for Markel Law, where he advised on business in the care sector, including residential, nursing, domiciliary, supported living services. He also advised on employment and regulatory issues, with clients ranging from owner-managed services to some of the largest operators in the UK.

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