Frequently Asked Questions
A selection of essential questions about Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave for both Employers, Employees and the Self-Employed.
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Becoming a Parent
Becoming a parent is one of the biggest transitions. Adjusting to new ways of working can feel challenging when trying to balance home and work….
Read moreWhere can I find more information about Childcare?
As a parent and/or guardian working in the racing industry it can be a real challenge to find suitable, good…
Read moreAm I eligible for Maternity and/or Paternity Leave?
Please read our Maternity Leave Policy for more details on this. Please read our Paternity Leave Policy for more details on this….
Read moreWho pays for Maternity and/or Paternity Leave?
Statutory maternity pay at the minimum rate is paid by the employer but up to 100% (and a minimum of…
Read moreWhere can I find a Maternity and/or Paternity Policy?
Please click this link which takes you to information on maternity which can operate as a policy. Please click this…
Read moreWho can I talk to about my plans?
Your HR Department, Line Manager, Racing Welfare Officer and/or NARS Racing Welfare’s Support Line is a further point of contact….
Read moreWhen do I tell my employer I am pregnant?
Usually employees do this once they have passed the 12 week scan when they will receive their MAT B1 form…
Read moreDo I have to take the full amount of statutory leave to which I am entitled or can I return to work sooner?
No – you can take as much or as little as you like but the first 2 weeks after the…
Read moreIf I foster, or am a surrogate mother, what entitlements and protections do I have?
Provided you are an employee, you will have the same protections as adoptive parents. Please visit Adoption Policies for more information….
Read moreI am a carer and I am struggling. Where can I seek advice?
You may find Good Practice: Supporting Carers useful for more information….
Read moreI am self-employed: Am I eligible for maternity pay?
No – although you may be able to claim maternity allowance which is paid at the same rate of statutory…
Read moreI work in a yard: Can I ask for a less physical role? What if I’m physically unfit to ride?
Yes – you should first talk to your employer to look at alternative work or lighter duties. You may find…
Read moreShared parental leave applies equally to employees who have responsibility for a child if they are the biological or adoptive parent or have legal parental responsibility in some other way, for example under a court order.
You may find Good Practice: Fertility Support useful for more information. Policies to also note: Parental Leave Policy Shared Parental Leave…
Read moreWhat if I cannot get back to work? What are my options?
For careers within racing, we recommend you contact: Careers In Racing CATS…
Read moreWhere can I get additional support from the racing industry?
Racing Welfare’s Support Line is the best point of contact. Racing’s Support Line is a multi-channel digital and telephone helpline…
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