Am I allowed time off work for antenatal care like GP visits, hospital appointments and parent craft classes?
Yes, you are entitled to a reasonable amount of paid time off for antenatal care, regardless of how long you have been working for your employer. The amount of time off is likely to depend on the type and time of the appointment and can include relaxation and parent craft classes where these are advised by a healthcare professional. Your employer cannot pressurise you to make your antenatal appointments for your day off, or, if you work part-time, during the time that you are not working. However, your employer is entitled to expect you to attend work either before or after your appointment if that is possible and reasonable. Your employer is entitled to ask you for proof (except for your first antenatal appointment) of an appointment e.g., appointment card, letter, etc.
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