SPM20415 - Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) – Notification of Start of SMP

Baby born early

If the employee’s baby is born early, before she has given notice, she must give notice of the date of birth within 28 days of the birth if possible.

However, although the time limit for giving notice of the birth for leave is 28 days, the time limit for giving the employer evidence of the birth for pay is 21 days.

If customer enquires about the time limits for notification, this should be pointed out