Starting a family can be a very confusing and stressful time, with many things to think
about. In this section, we outline your rights in terms of: employment, welfare benefits and tax credits and healthcare.
We regret that we are unable to answer queries about individual cases.
Pregnant at work
This factsheet provides up to date information on employment rights and benefits during pregnancy and maternity leave.
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Time off for working parents
This factsheet answers common questions on paternity leave and pay for fathers and partners (including same sex partners),
adoption leave and pay, parental leave and time off for dependents for dealing with emergencies.
download 'Time off for working parents'
Child-friendly working hours
This factsheet explains the rights you have if you want to change your work hours to fit in with caring for your children.
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Money for parents and babies
These two factsheets outline the cash and health benefits available to pregnant women and new parents. 'Money for
parents and babies' outlines the available benefits and 'Benefits and tax credit rates' lists the current rates of payment.
download 'Money for parents and babies'
download 'Benefits and tax credit rates'
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