This is a multi-state form covering the subject matter of the title.
This is a multi-state form covering the subject matter of the title.
You have the right to up to 52 weeks' maternity leave if you're having a baby and are legally classed as an employee. You have this right from your first day of starting a job. By law, you must take at least 2 weeks off after your baby is born (4 weeks if you work in a factory).
Compensation for Pregnancy Discrimination Band 1 - £900 - £8,800; Band 2 - £8,800 - £26,300; Band 3 - £26,300 - £44,000.
'Pregnancy and maternity' is one of 9 'protected characteristics' covered by discrimination law (Equality Act 2010). Pregnancy and maternity discrimination includes direct discrimination and victimisation. Discrimination can happen in any area of work.
Eligible employees can take up to 52 weeks' maternity leave. The first 26 weeks is known as 'Ordinary Maternity Leave', the last 26 weeks as 'Additional Maternity Leave'. The earliest that leave can be taken is 11 weeks before the expected week of childbirth, unless the baby is born early.
Statutory Maternity Leave Eligible employees can take up to 52 weeks' maternity leave. The first 26 weeks is known as 'Ordinary Maternity Leave', the last 26 weeks as 'Additional Maternity Leave'. The earliest that leave can be taken is 11 weeks before the expected week of childbirth, unless the baby is born early.
The law protects you against unfair treatment and dismissal because of childbirth or because you have taken maternity leave. This information sheet looks at your rights during maternity leave and on return to work. – All employees have the right to 52 weeks maternity leave with the right to return to work.