The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has published guidance for employers and employees on maternity leave regulations under the Work and Families Act 2006.
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The guidance outlines the notice requirements to be given to the employer and the introduction of ‘keeping-in-touch’ days for women whose expected date of childbirth is on or after 1 April 2007.
Pregnancy and Work – What you need to know as an employee – babies due on or after 1 April 2007 also offers advice on how sex discrimination applies to pregnant women.