Time off, maternity and other parental legislation

Guidance on maternity, paternity and adoption rights in the workplace can be found on the Government central websites:

If you are an employer please refer to businesslink.gov.uk which provides practical advice for business.

If you are an employee please visit Directgov which has information on all your employment rights, including work and families.

Time Off

Time off for public duties

Time off for dependants: a guide to employers and employees PDF document (77KB)

Flexible Working

Flexible working: the right to request and the duty to consider