The ACTU says women trapped in violent situations need paid leave to help them relocate their families. Paid leave for victims of domestic violence could be a matter of life and death, a support worker and union officials say. Calling on the federal government to legislate for 10 days of paid leave, the ACTU Women’s Committee Chair, Julia Fox said the measure was vital to help those trapped in abusive relationships to leave. Her comments came on Tuesday as about 80 delegates, including state and federal ministers, gathered in Adelaide for a two-day summit looking at practical ways to stop violence against women and children.
