Pregnancy-equal opportunity

Virgilio1

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Member since 24 April 2017

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Virgilio1

26 March 2018 14:17:29

Virgilio1

26 March 2018 14:17:29

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My wife is looking at work. She is pregnant. Does she have to disclose that to her potential employer or can the potential employer ask her?

Vayid

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Member since 10 May 2009

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Vayid

27 March 2018 13:36:11

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Vayid

27 March 2018 13:36:11

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Dear Virgilio

The employer won't ask. However, there are high chances that in case he/she suspects same, she will not be given the job except of she possesses exceptional competencies.

However, it would be most fair that your wife disclose same.

Indeed, if selected, she will, in accordance with her competencies, be entrusted responsibilities.

She will after few months of joining, be entitled to 14 weeks leave without pay and other related advantages.

It's up to your wife to decide which path she would like to take.

Cheers

Vayid