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Bill proposes paid leave for people experiencing domestic abuse
[© Laura Dodsworth]
AN MP is seeking to introduce a Bill on Tuesday that would give domestic abuse survivors paid time off work.
The Domestic Abuse (Safe Leave) Bill will be put forward by Labour MP Alex McIntyre in the House of Commons.
Under the proposed legislation, those experiencing domestic abuse will be able to take “safe leave” to help with essential activities.
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