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what is meant by "dependant" for the purposes of dependants' leave?

A dependant is someone who depends on you for help to deal with unexpected difficulties or emergencies. The law defines "dependants" as:

  • husband or wife
  • children
  • parent
  • any other person in the same household (but not an employee, or tenant)
  • any person who relies on you for assistance in the event of physical or mental illness or accident