3. The management of health and safety at work
[ch 3: page 41]Key changes and developments since last year
• a new European Court of Justice (ECJ) case makes clear the importance of carrying out risk assessments where breastfeeding mothers are returning to work;
• the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has revised its guidance to employers on carrying out risk assessments for new and expectant mothers following the findings of a parliamentary committee on pregnancy and maternity discrimination.