Paternity pay

Statutory Paternity Pay (SPP) is paid by employers for up to two consecutive weeks after the birth of a child and is made available to employees whose spouse or partner gives birth to, or adopts an infant.

To be eligible for SPP you must be:

• The baby's biological father or, the mother's partner
• Responsible for the baby's upbringing
• Employed by your current employer in the 15th week before the baby is due
• Employed by that employer without a break for at least 26 weeks before the 15th week before the baby is due
• Earning enough on average to be relevant for National Insurance purposes
• Earning an average of at least £102 per week (before tax)

If you are eligible for SPP you will be entitled to either £128.73 per week, or 90% of your average weekly earnings if this is less for up to 2 consecutive weeks after the baby is born.

For more information on Paternal Leave Click Here.