Introduce a statutory right to paid caring leave
Introduce paid statutory leave for employees who are caring for seriously ill or elderly relatives.
Signatures
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signatures
Government response threshold (10,000) · 6/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 6/100,000
- 27 AUG 2026Petition opened for signaturesCreated by Angie de Luque
Background
Current carer’s leave is often unpaid, forcing many to take annual leave, reduce their working hours or leave work. As the UK’s population ages, more employees will have caring responsibilities. This could help reduce financial hardship, support mental wellbeing and recognise the vital contribution of unpaid carers.