Bereavement Support (Children and Young People) Bill

Key Points

• It places duties on specified organisations and public bodies to inform children and young people about bereavement support services after a bereavement.
• Information must cover local, national, and online support services.
• The measure is designed to improve access to information and support for bereaved children and young people.
• The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons and originates from the Commons, with Christine Jardine as sponsor.
• It acknowledges the use of technology/digital channels to deliver information to young people.

Progress

The bill is at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would typically move to committee stage for detailed consideration.