The Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Leave Regulations 2026

March 13, 2026 · WOWERI

The UK has introduced a new law providing bereaved partners with the right to take leave to care for a child after the primary carer's death.

Introduction of the Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Leave Regulations 2026

The UK has introduced a new law providing bereaved partners with the right to take leave to care for a child after the primary carer's death. This law applies to cases where a child is born, adopted, or enters the UK for the purpose of adoption from overseas.

Key Provisions of the Law

• The law provides bereaved partners who are employees with the right to take leave
• Leave can be taken within the first year after the child's birth, adoption, or entry into the UK
• The law applies to cases where the primary carer has died

Impact on Employees and Employers

Employees who are bereaved partners now have the right to take leave to care for a child. Employers must provide leave and preserve the employee's job.

Sources

• The Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Leave Regulations 2026

Source: legislation.gov.uk