Career Breaks: Parents of Seriously Ill Children — [Valerie Vaz in the Chair]

Part of the debate – in Westminster Hall at 4:30 pm on 3 February 2025.

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Photo of Helen Maguire Helen Maguire Liberal Democrat Spokesperson (Defence) 4:30, 3 February 2025

We have heard so many stories of individuals who lost their jobs as a result of taking time off due to having seriously ill children, adding stress to an already unbearable situation. We have heard stories of good employers and not-so-good employers. Does the hon. Member agree that it is vital that we understand the extent of the situation, and that the Government should commission research into the number of families impacted each year? If we had more information, that would help us to determine the best solution.