Parental Leave: Terminal Illnesses
Commons · Question 81632 · Tabled 13 Oct 2025 · Department for Business and Trade · Official record
Answered 21 Oct 2025
Question
Asked by Scott Arthur
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if his Department will make an assessment of the potential merits of reducing the time to consult on Hugh’s Law to ensure earlier legislative consideration.
Answer
Answered by Kate Dearden, 21 Oct 2025
Government recognises the significant challenges and distress that serious childhood illness can cause. The department will consult on Hugh’s Law in 2026. In line with the Consultation Principles, we will ensure that the consultation lasts a proportionate...