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Antenatal care
Updated to reflect the introduction of carer's leave, effective from 6 April 2024.
Practical guidance on dealing with requests for time off for antenatal care, including the right for fathers and partners to attend appointments.
A model letter to respond to a request from an individual for time off to attend an antenatal appointment with a pregnant woman.
A model form to get a declaration from an individual that they are accompanying their pregnant partner at an antenatal appointment.
A model letter explaining the right for staff to request time off to accompany their pregnant partner at an antenatal appointment.
A model letter to respond to a request from a pregnant woman for time off to attend an antenatal appointment.
HR and legal information and guidance relating to antenatal care.