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Government to extend bereavement leave as part of Employment Rights Package
The Government will extend bereavement leave to allow anyone who experiences pregnancy loss at any stage, the right to time off work to grieve.
New Government Family Hub’s Rollout to Support Local Families and Children
Parents and carers in North West Leicestershire are set to benefit from a major government investment in family services, as the rollout of Best Start Family Hubs is confirmed.
Landmark 10-Year Health Plan to transform NHS delivery in local communities
The Prime Minister has unveiled sweeping new health reforms that will transform how people in North West Leicestershire access NHS services by delivering care right to their neighbourhoods.
My words to the buses bill committee this week (1st July)
I’m proud to serve on the Buses Bill Committee in Parliament right now. This is a real opportunity to push for improvements in how our bus routes are planned and delivered, giving Leicestershire County Council more powers to improve our services, especially in rural and semi-rural areas like ours.
Amanda Hack Welcomes Parental Leave Review After Meeting with Dads
Amanda Hack has welcomed the Government’s recently-announced review of the parental leave and pay system. This follows a meeting earlier this year with a group of local dads who shared their personal experiences and called for more support on paternity rights.
My statement on The Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill
My statement on The Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill (1st July Vote)
Labour Rural Research Group launches community consultation
As a founding member of the Labour Rural Research Group (LRRG), Amanda Hack calls on residents to participate in a vital consultation that will help shape future Labour policy.
National maternity investigation launched to drive improvements
Earlier this week, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care launched a rapid national investigation into NHS maternity and neonatal services.
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Campaigners have been calling for a change to the 24-week threshold for years to better support families who experience the heartbreak of baby loss. As a government, we are not only listening to those calls but scrapping the threshold altogether.
Losing a pregnancy at any stage is heartbreaking, extending bereavement leave will allow more families to take the time off work that they need to grieve.
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www.amandahack.com/government-to-extend-bereavement-leave-as-part-of-employment-rights-package/
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Really enjoyed being at the Ashby Show today, a great showcase of our local farming community.
Good to catch up with the NFU and local farmers about many different topics impacting our rural community.
Nice to catch up with Cllr Damilola Ojuri too who was in attendance as the Mayor of Ashby. 
A big thank you to everyone who helped make the show such a success!
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