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Five Days of Paid Leave for Pregnancy Loss | Cork News
Five days of paid leave for early pregnancy loss or abortion is set to be debated in Cabinet, a move long advocated by the Labour Party — though they’re pushing for 20 days, calling the government’s plan insufficient. The bill, already passed by Ireland’s upper house, aims to offer compassionate support during a deeply emotional time, with the government estimating a €10 million cost. Labour’s health spokesperson, Marie Sherlock, insists women deserve more time off, urging faster action on their broader proposal that includes leave for fertility treatments. This isn’t the first time the issue…
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