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Statutory Maternity Pay

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What statutory maternity pay means

Statutory maternity pay (SMP) is the legal minimum employers must pay eligible employees during maternity leave.

It’s designed to provide financial support while a new parent takes time off work to care for their child. SMP is paid for up to 39 weeks, starting at 90% of the employee’s average earnings for the first six weeks, followed by a set weekly rate or 90% of their earnings (whichever is lower) for the remaining weeks.

For employers, managing SMP correctly is about more than just payroll. It’s about ensuring employees are supported during an important life event and that the process runs smoothly. For employees, it’s about knowing your entitlements and how to access them. Many people don’t realise that most of the cost can be reclaimed by the employer from HMRC, which is why understanding the process benefits both sides.

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How Taurus can help with Statutory Maternity Pay

We’ll help employers and employees understand their rights and responsibilities around maternity pay.

For businesses, we can check eligibility, help set up the correct payroll processes, and explain how to reclaim statutory payments. For employees, we’ll review your situation, confirm what you’re entitled to, and guide you through the steps to claim it.

Because the rules around SMP can feel technical, our role is to make the information practical and usable. We’ll also highlight any additional contractual benefits that may apply, ensuring nothing is overlooked. With our support, maternity leave becomes less about paperwork and more about ensuring new parents feel secure and supported.

I would wholeheartedly recommend Taurus HR Solutions for all your HR needs. They provided a personal and professional service that ensures peace of mind in the workplace. I am grateful for their dedicated service and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for an HR firm they can trust.

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