Time off for death in family

ScousePostie · Post by **ScousePostie** » 07 Jan 2018, 12:12

I'm just wondering where I can find documents that relate to having time off for a death in the family. How long off can we have etc? Does the union or Royal Mail have anything like this?

Thanks.

Celgar · Post by **Celgar** » 07 Jan 2018, 12:26

There are specifics on this which someone will link I expect. I think if its immediate family then you take as much time off as you need to get yourself back in control. Condolences for your loss.

rehabron · Post by **rehabron** » 07 Jan 2018, 12:43

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rehabron · Post by **rehabron** » 07 Jan 2018, 13:05

• Bereavement: If an employee loses somebody close to them, be supportive, sensitive and accommodating,
giving them time to deal with their loss. The amount of time required will vary depending on the relationship
and the circumstances of the bereavement. For immediate family members (spouse, partner, sibling,
child, parent), offer up to one week off with full pay. For other family members (e.g. grandparents or
parents-in-law), offer a paid day off to attend the funeral. For wider family and friends, help to facilitate
shift-swaps, agree for the employee to make the time up, or offer one unpaid day off/one day
of holiday to attend the funeral/*