Pregnancy: Your rights in the workplace

If you are worried about health and safety at work, discuss your concerns with your doctor or midwife and ask for a letter stating that the working conditions are harmful to you or your baby.

You can seek advice from your Safety Representative or Union. If your employer fails to comply, you can contact your local Health and Safety Executive or Environmental Health Department (look in the phone book). They may carry out a risk assessment for you and can take action against your employer. You may also be able to claim compensation in an Employment Tribunal.

For more information, please send £1 and an SAE for the Maternity Alliance factsheet Health and Safety at work or see the Maternity Alliance website