Pregnancy and maternity

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On this page you will find resources relating to pregnancy and maternity, one of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010

Introduction
Pregnancy

The Equality Act protects women against unfair treatment when they are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have recently given birth. 

The videos below, from the Equality and Human Rights Comission (EHRC) explains more about pregnancy and maternity discrimination.