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The Government has launched a consultation on new employment rights for parents of seriously ill children, formally including Hugh's Law among the proposals. It explores paid carer's leave, better job protection and improved employer guidance. The consultation closes 1 September 2026.

The Government has launched a consultation on new employment rights for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children, with Hugh's Law formally included among the proposals. It explores paid leave for the first time and a new right to return to work after caring. The consultation closes 1 September 2026.

Ceri Menai-Davis, the Hertfordshire father behind Hugh's Law, has welcomed the Government consultation as a "hugely significant moment". He said no parent should have to choose between being at their child's bedside and paying the mortgage.

Brentford FC has become the first Premier League club to adopt a staff policy based on the principles of Hugh's Law, offering employees paid leave and job protection if their child becomes critically ill. General counsel Nity Raj said work should not be an added pressure when someone is facing a critically ill child. Ceri Menai-Davis called it a sign of what leadership looks like, hoping other clubs and businesses will follow suit.

Morgan Motor Company has become the first UK automotive manufacturer to adopt a staff policy aligned with the principles of Hugh's Law, introduced ahead of any legislation. Ceri Menai-Davis said no family should be forced to choose between being by their child's bedside and keeping a roof over their head, and that Morgan's decision shows meaningful support is both achievable and necessary.

Channel 5 interview with Ceri discussing Hugh’s Law, a campaign for paid leave and job protection for parents of critically ill children. He shares the challenges they've faced in Parliament, and the urgent need for government action.

In a powerful GB News interview Ceri Menai‑Davis shares the personal and emotional story driving Hugh’s Law. He explains the financial strain families face and urges decisive government action to deliver compassionate support.

In a heartfelt interview Ceri Menai‑Davis explains the critical need for Hugh’s Law. A campaign to introduce paid leave and employment protection for parents of critically ill children. He shares personal insights into the financial strain families endure & calls for immediate government action.

A law proposed to give parents of critically ill children workplace rights and financial support has been blocked. Ceri and Frances Menai-Davis, who lost their young son to cancer, are campaigning for the government to bring in Hugh's Law.

Menai‑Davis passionately outline the Hugh’s Law campaign, calling for statutory paid leave and job protection for parents of children with critical illnesses. With personal insight and urgent appeal, they urge immediate government response.

Ceri Menai‑Davis discusses the landmark moment: MP Chris Hinchliff raised Hugh’s Law in the House of Commons for the very first time, and calls on the government to act now to offer long-overdue support.

In this powerful ITV News interview, campaigner Ceri Menai‑Davis talks about Hugh’s Law. He urgently argues that without legal change, families face a “cruel gap” in support at the most vulnerable moment.

Campaigner Ceri Menai‑Davis passionately outlines the urgent need for Hugh’s Law. Filmed just before a major House of Lords debate on the Employment Rights Bill, he describes the hardship families face, calling for swift government action.

“We’ve been through hell, but I will always campaign for parents who find themselves in the shoes we walked in. I’m not going to stop."

“We are calling on Keir Starmer to set money aside as every day that passes, parents are suffering. Hugh’s Law could make a massive difference"

We hope that we can create a legacy for Hugh and support others who experience similar hardships with the support of the Government.

A father who has advocated for a new law to provide better financial support for parents of children who require lengthy hospital care, said the government support was "surreal".

The government has committed to consulting parents of sick children about new proposals that could see families receiving additional money under 'Hugh's law', named after Hugh Menai-Davis who died in 2021.