Pregnancy and Maternity (Redundancy Protection) Bill

Key Points

• Prohibits redundancy during pregnancy, during maternity leave, and for six months after the end of pregnancy or leave, with exceptions specified in the bill.
• Applies to employees who are pregnant or on maternity leave.
• Provides limited circumstances in which a redundancy could still be allowed under the bill.
• Aims to reduce job loss and improve job security for expectant and new mothers.
• May affect how employers plan staffing and carry out redundancy processes.

Progress

The bill is currently at the Second Reading in the House of Commons, where MPs debate its general principles. It has not yet progressed to Committee stage.