Abbie Ward: Pregnant lock believes the RFU's maternity
17.2.2023 14:28
Red Roses' pregnant lock Abbie Ward believes the Rugby Football Union's (RFU) maternity, pregnant parent and adoption leave policy will "normalise motherhood".
England players contracted to the RFU are to benefit from a new maternity policy that includes 26 weeks of leave on full pay.
Also included in the 'maternity, pregnant parent and adoption leave policy' is the capacity for pregnant players to perform other roles within rugby until they begin maternity leave.
In addition, the program set up by the RFU in conjunction with the Rugby Players' Association will make provision for infants to travel with players to games and training camps.
Any pregnant player wishing to be involved in the team will have that right protected, while "ensuring that the safety of the player and the unborn child are considered first".
England players contracted to the RFU are to benefit from a new maternity policy that includes 26 weeks of leave on full pay.
Also included in the 'maternity, pregnant parent and adoption leave policy' is the capacity for pregnant players to perform other roles within rugby until they begin maternity leave.
In addition, the program set up by the RFU in conjunction with the Rugby Players' Association will make provision for infants to travel with players to games and training camps.
Any pregnant player wishing to be involved in the team will have that right protected, while "ensuring that the safety of the player and the unborn child are considered first".