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Wednesday, 3 October 2023

Parents

Pregnancy and maternity rights in the workplace

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Working when pregnant

Help about your rights and your employer's responsibilities at work while you are pregnant

Taking your maternity leave

Find out if you are entitled to Statutory Maternity Leave and how to tell your employer you wish to take it

Statutory Maternity Pay (money, tax and benefits section)

Calculate how much Statutory Maternity Pay you are entitled to and how long you will receive it for

Statutory Maternity leave: returning to work

Information on your rights returning to work after Statutory Maternity Leave

Entitlements during Statutory Maternity Leave

Guidance on your rights during Statutory Maternity Leave, including what to do if you are made redundant

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