Tesco becomes first UK supermarket to offer paid "safe leave" for domestic abuse victims
Staff can take up to three days of paid leave to attend court hearings, arrange emergency housing or take other safety steps, the Guardian reports.
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Tesco has become the first UK supermarket to introduce paid "safe leave" for staff who are victims of domestic abuse, according to the Guardian.
The policy gives employees dedicated time to access support, secure their safety and take steps to move on with their lives, with up to three days of paid leave available.
The leave can be taken flexibly for activities including attending court hearings, arranging emergency accommodation, changing locks, securing childcare or separating finances.
Tesco, described by the Guardian as the UK's largest private-sector employer, has also trained managers to spot signs of domestic abuse among staff.
The move positions Tesco ahead of other supermarkets in offering formal workplace support specifically designed for employees experiencing domestic abuse.
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- Tesco is first supermarket to offer paid ‘safe leave’ for victims of domestic abuse — The Guardian — World
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