I’m ready to start a family but my job situation is really getting in the way (opens original article in a new tab)

A woman on a temporary contract in Ireland faces difficulties in starting a family due to job instability and fertility concerns, but Irish law provides maternity leave protections for temporary workers.

• The reader is a woman on a temporary contract facing challenges in starting a family due to job instability and fertility concerns.
• Temporary contract workers in the public sector are entitled to maternity leave protections under Irish law, including 26 weeks of statutory leave.
• Employers cannot legally terminate a temporary contract due to pregnancy or maternity leave, though contract expiration may end entitlements.