Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed the passing of legislation that will introduce a certificate to acknowledge baby loss during pregnancy before 24 weeks.
The Deaths, Still-Births and Baby Loss Bill passed its final stage in the Assembly today.
The Newry and Armagh MLA said:
“I am delighted that this Bill has now passed. I originally brought this forward to the Assembly as a motion in April 2024 seeking the introduction of baby loss certificates, and it is hugely positive to see our Sinn Féin team successfully drive it through.
“The devastation caused by the loss of a baby often goes untold, with parents and their families left to grieve and come to terms with such heartbreak.
“The passing of this legislation is a positive step forward, allowing bereaved parents to access an official document acknowledging a baby lost during pregnancy before 24 weeks.
“I want to praise the work of ministers Caoimhe Archibald and John O’Dowd in progressing this certificate scheme and supporting parents during an immensely challenging time.
“Alongside this bill, Sinn Féin is working to deliver paid leave for parents who suffer a miscarriage as well as paid leave for parents during neonatal care.
“We must keep working together to pass more progressive policies and support those struggling in our communities.”
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