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Time off for dependants policy

This model policy sets out employees’ right to take time off work to deal with emergencies involving dependants, including eligibility and how requests should be handled. It helps employers manage time off for dependants consistently and in line with statutory requirements.

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By Jo Stubbs, Brightmine Global Head of Product Content Strategy

Use this model policy to set out the rights of employees to take time off work for dependants.

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Jo Stubbs

Jo Stubbs has over 20 years’ experience in business-to-business publishing working specifically in the realm of HR practice and employment law information. She was Brightmine’s global head of product content strategy.

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