Maternity leave and covid-19

Early day motion 1479, tabled 9 February 2021 by John Nicolson (Scottish National Party). Signed by 16 members.

That this House recognises that many pregnant and new mothers were prevented from accessing the essential benefits of maternity leave due to the covid-19 outbreak; missed out on important elements such as free dental care and socialising in person with other mothers; and recommends that those people who missed out on these benefits are given an extension to their maternity leave and any additional benefits that have been denied to them, importantly, dental care which is a crucial aspect for pregnant and new mothers.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 10, Labour 3, DUP 1, Labour/Co-operative 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.