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Find out about leave entitlements for those responsible for a child

Information on your leave entitlement if you are pregnant or have recently given birth

Advice on telling your employer and what happens to your terms and conditions during maternity leave

Find out about your rights when you return to work and what to do if you have problems

Pay rights for new and expectant mothers

A guide for expectant fathers on leave and pay entitlements at work

Find out your leave and pay rights if you are adopting a child

Find out if you are entitled to adoption leave and how much you could get

Find out what you are entitled to if you adopt a child from overseas