Proposed 'Hugh's Law' could offer job protections and financial support to parents of seriously ill children
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Proposed 'Hugh's Law' could offer job protections and financial support to parents of seriously ill children

9 Jun 2026 · Originally published 9 Jun 2026 8/10 Original headline: Parents caring for seriously ill children in UK could get financial support under ‘Hugh’s law’
The government is consulting on new employment rights for parents who become full-time carers for children with serious illnesses. Named after the late Hugh Menai-Davis, the proposals include a right to return to work after intensive care periods, aiming to prevent parents from having to choose between their jobs and their families.
Source: The Guardian UK National
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