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Recommendation 22
22
Deferred
We recognise the concerns of Maternity Action that pregnant women and new mothers, who are...
Recommendation
We recognise the concerns of Maternity Action that pregnant women and new mothers, who are at significant risk of discrimination and dismissal, may struggle to prepare and submit legal challenges within the 3-month time limit, at what is already an extraordinarily challenging time. We recommend that the Government considers extending the period in which pregnant women and new parents may bring claims before the employment tribunal to 6 months from dismissal on a temporary or permanent basis in light of current challenges posed by Covid-19. (Paragraph 118) 62 The impact of Covid-19 on maternity and parental leave
Government Response Summary
The government has deferred action on extending the employment tribunal claim period for pregnant women and new parents, stating the issue is being considered by the Government Equalities Office following a consultation, and a response will be published in due course.
Government Response
Deferred
HM Government
Deferred
The three-month time limit for bringing pregnancy and maternity discrimination claims to an Employment Tribunal is being considered by the Government Equalities Office, following on from a consultation last year. The Government Response will be published in due course.