EU: Commission proposes new maternity leave rules
In October 2008, the European Commission proposed changes to the maternity leave provisions of the 1992 EU Directive on pregnant workers, including minimum leave of 18 weeks, potentially on full pay.
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Background
Commission issues proposals
Duration of
maternity leave
Dismissal
Maternity
pay and employment rights
Other issues
Rationale
Effects
Reactions.