Maternity rights

• Author:
• Claire Say

This briefing goes back to basics and sets out the key statutory rights pregnant employees and new mothers now enjoy alongside the responsibilities that employers of all sizes should be aware of. The statutory maternity rights described below form the basis of the minimum level of protection afforded to pregnant employees and new mothers by law.  More favourable arrangements may be agreed, however, an employee cannot be bound by an agreement, which offers less favourable maternity arrang... (4 more words)

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