Statutory paternity pay (SPP) for fathers/partners - Family support directory
When support is available
Working fathers or the mother’s partner who: have been continuously employed by the same employer for at least 26 weeks ending with the 15th week before the EWC, and until the child is born; have average gross weekly earnings of at least £123 a week, over at least 8 weeks ending with the 15th week before EWC ; are caring for the baby or supporting the baby’s mother
Who qualifies
From birth - payable for 2 weeks within first 8 weeks.
More information
Payment by the employer to the father of a baby, or to the mother’s partner. Ask employer at least 28 days before you want your leave to start if possible.
