- Total SMP over 39 weeks
- £9,527.94
- Weekly SMP, weeks 1 to 6
- £519.23
- Weekly SMP, weeks 7 to 39
- £194.32
- Average weekly earnings used
- £576.92
- SMP by phase
| Period | Per week | Total |
|---|
| Weeks 1–6 (90% of average weekly earnings) | £519.23 | £3,115.38 |
| Weeks 7–39 (£194.32 or 90%, whichever is lower) | £194.32 | £6,412.56 |
| All 39 weeks | | £9,527.94 |
- SMP is paid like your wages, so tax and National Insurance are deducted. Your employer may pay more (enhanced or occupational maternity pay) – check your contract. To qualify you also need 26 weeks’ service with your employer into the 15th week before the due week.