This information applies to England, Wales and Scotland

If your employer dismisses you because of your pregnancy you could make a claim to an Employment Tribunal for automatic unfair dismissal (regardless of how long you have been employed) and also for pregnancy discrimination.

You would need to be able to show an Employment Tribunal that the main reason for your dismissal was your pregnancy. You will need specialist help to do this.

For more information about pregnancy discrimination, see Discrimination at work because of pregnancy or maternity.

For more information about maternity rights in the workplace, see Parental rights at work.

For information about dismissal, see Dismissal.

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