Hello
I work for the local Citizens Advice Bureau on my days off.
If you wish to talk to someone face to face contact your local office.
If you would like me to e-mail you some info PM me.
It is quite important you know your EWC (Expected Week of Childbirth). How long you have been working for your employer. When your 4th, 11th & 15th week before EWC are. The last one (15th) is used to calculate your first six weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay.
And as for the ppruners who try to give you grief.. Your rights are as equal as other employees in other industries..
PM for more info
Arni