HC Deb 28 February 1989 vol 148 c179W
Mr. Alton

To ask the Secretary of State for Employment if he has any plans to review the rules on maternity leave.

Mr. Nicholls

My right hon. Friend has no plans to do so.

Mr. Alton

To ask the Secretary of State for Employment if he has any plans to bring British rules on maternity leave into line with European countries; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Nicholls

My right hon. Friend has no plans to do so. European countries have different arrangements for maternity leave/absence and associated rights according to their own priorities.