MP to take leave of absence due to 'burnout'

An MP announced she will take several weeks off work to recover from mental and physical health symptoms linked to burnout. She said the decision was difficult and made with advice from her doctor. She described persistent health issues that she tried to manage alongside long hours and major responsibilities. She warned that burnout does not improve on its own and can worsen if left unmanaged, increasing the risk of long-term health problems. She said stepping back will help her return as a better representative. She noted burnout affects people across many jobs, especially those in high-stress and people-facing roles, and she hopes sharing her experience will reduce stigma and encourage open conversation.

"“Burnout is a condition that does not tend to get better on its own. If left unmanaged, it can worsen and increase your risk of long-term health problems,” she added. “It is an honour to represent the people of Bristol Central and I know that by stepping back for a little while now, I will ultimately be able to return as a better champion for the community that means so much to me,” she continued."

"“I made the ‘difficult’ decision to take time off after advice from my doctor. Denyer said she had been struggling with persistent health issues, which she attempted to manage alongside the long hours and significant responsibility her work entails.”"

"“[Burnout] is something that I know will be familiar to many people in all walks of life, especially those working in high-stress environments and in people-facing professions such as nurses, teachers and social workers,” she added. “I hope that by sharing my own struggles, I can help in some small way to combat the stigma around it and contribute to a more open conversation.”"

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