Employer wont give me 39 weeks statutory maternity pay? Is this right?

vicxzy

Let's just say we are a victim of the Governent spending cuts Google x

Roobarb_73

No, if you qualify for SMP that means you get the full 39 weeks.

I suspect a clerical error or perhaps an assumption you'll be starting your leave at 29 weeks ie when you CAN take it from, not when you have to.

vicxzy

Thanks Roobarb, I am taking it from 29 weeks starting 4/4/11 but that should still take me up to the 1st of Jan at 39 weeks? The date they are telling me i stop gettin paid SMP is after only 28weeks on the 15th oct?x

Sambucus_Nigra

The only way to find out is to ask them why they have put the wrong dates in the letter.

vicxzy

Finally got hold of them after ringing 4 tines & leaving messages this morning & turns out they DIF put the wrong date on the letter! Grrrr. Thanks for all ur replies guys x