Employment Protection Act

Mrs. Renée Short
asked the Secretary of State for Employment what proposals he has to amend the Employment Protection Act with particular reference to  the maternity provisions; and when he expects to introduce them.

Mr. Mayhew
The Government's proposals for amendment of the Employment Protection Act are contained in a set of working papers published on 25 September. Some of the proposals relate to the maternity provisions. Consultations are proceeding on the working papers, and it is hoped to publish a Bill at an early date.