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Employment Rights Act 1996: Primary legislation that establishes the fundamental rights of employees regarding maternity leave, including the right to take leave and return to work

Equality Act 2010: Primary legislation that protects pregnant women and those on maternity leave from discrimination in the workplace

Social Security Contributions and Benefits Act 1992: Primary legislation that establishes the framework for statutory maternity pay and related benefits

Maternity and Parental Leave Regulations 1999: Secondary legislation (SI 1999/3312) that details specific requirements for maternity leave, including notice periods and leave durations

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Secondary legislation concerning workplace risk assessments for pregnant employees and new mothers

Statutory Maternity Pay (General) Regulations 1986: Secondary legislation that specifies the rules and calculations for statutory maternity pay

15-Week Notice Requirement: Mandatory notice period: Employee must notify employer at least 15 weeks before expected week of childbirth

Required Notice Content: Notice must specify the expected week of childbirth and intended start date of maternity leave

Maternity Leave Entitlement: 52 weeks total leave entitlement: 26 weeks Ordinary Maternity Leave plus 26 weeks Additional Maternity Leave

MATB1 Certificate Requirement: Medical evidence of pregnancy required, typically in the form of a MATB1 certificate from a doctor or midwife