There is no legal right in the UK to paid compassionate leave (although there is a right to paid parental bereavement leave, if you meet the eligibility criteria). However, many employers will pay you during periods of bereavement or compassionate leave. Check your employment contract, and your organisation’s policies, for full details of any pay you may be entitled to during a period of compassionate leave. If your employer does not offer paid compassionate leave, you may be able to take the time off as sick leave or unpaid leave, or use your annual leave allowance instead.