Debate contribution: Miscarriage: Statutory Paid Leave

Debate contribution by Ms Connie Egan on 27 January 2026.

MLA: Ms Connie Egan
Party at the time: Alliance Party
Date: 27 January 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Miscarriage: Statutory Paid Leave
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5345223

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Thank you, Minister. That is really important for women and their families. Given the significant emotional and physical impact of miscarriage, will that paid leave be a day-1 entitlement?

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 2998/22-27.

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