Manage a request from an expectant father or the partner of a pregnant woman for time off to attend an antenatal appointment
Key points
Employees who have a qualifying relationship with a pregnant woman are entitled to time off work to accompany them to a limited number of antenatal appointments.
Qualifying employees can take up to six and a half hours off for each appointment.
Employers can ask for a signed declaration from the employee, providing certain information to confirm their eligibility.
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