Statutory Maternity Pay - What is Statutory Maternity Pay?
Statutory Maternity Pay is a weekly payment for women who are on maternity leave from work.
- Last reviewed 07 October 2024
What is Statutory Maternity Pay?
Statutory Maternity Pay is money for people who are off work after having a baby.
Applies to: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
Age rules: There are no specific age rules
Type of benefit: Non means tested
Taxable: Yes
Administered by: Your employer