Dear [Employee’s Name],
I am writing to confirm that we have received your notification of pregnancy, and we are delighted to hear that you are expecting a baby. On behalf of the company, I would like to congratulate you on this wonderful news.
As your employer, we understand the importance of supporting our staff during this time and we are committed to ensuring that your pregnancy and maternity leave are as stress-free as possible.
We would like to remind you that you have certain rights as a pregnant employee under UK law, including the right to take maternity leave and pay, as well as the right to reasonable time off for antenatal appointments. Please let us know if you require any further information regarding these rights or if you have any questions or concerns.
We would also like to discuss your plans for maternity leave and any arrangements you may wish to make for your return to work. We understand that this is a personal decision, and we would like to work with you to ensure that your return to work is as smooth as possible.
We will be in touch in due course to discuss these matters further, but in the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.
Once again, congratulations on your pregnancy, and we look forward to supporting you throughout this exciting time.
Best regards,
[Employer’s Name]
