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Maternity, paternity and family pay calculator
Statutory maternity, adoption, paternity, shared parental, neonatal care and bereavement pay for 2026/27.
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Which pay?
Before tax, averaged over the 8 weeks up to the qualifying week. Payroll can confirm this.
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26 weeks' service by the qualifying week?For maternity and paternity pay, the qualifying week is the 15th week before the baby is due. Leave is a day-one right, pay isn't.
Maternity payEnter average weekly earnings to see the pay.
Know when the rates change
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Important
An estimate based on what you enter and the rules for England, Wales and Scotland for 2026/27. General guidance, not legal, tax or financial advice. Contracts, policies and circumstances can change the answer. If you're unsure, speak to Acas or an independent adviser.