Workplace glossary

What is Compassionate Leave?

Definition & practical guide1 min read

Compassionate leave is time away from work for serious personal circumstances, commonly bereavement, critical illness of a family member or an urgent family emergency.

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The best policies leave room for judgement because personal situations rarely fit neatly into a fixed number of days.

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What does Compassionate Leave mean in simple terms?

Compassionate leave is time away from work for serious personal circumstances, commonly bereavement, critical illness of a family member or an urgent family emergency.

What are the best practices for Compassionate Leave?

The best policies leave room for judgement because personal situations rarely fit neatly into a fixed number of days.

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