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ShPP (Statutory Shared Parental Pay)

Statutory Shared Parental Pay (ShPP) is pay that eligible parents can receive while taking shared parental leave.

What is ShPP?

ShPP allows eligible parents to share up to 50 weeks of leave and up to 37 weeks of pay after the birth or adoption of a child. Pay is usually 90% of average weekly earnings or the statutory rate, whichever is lower.

Employers must process ShPP through payroll in the same way as other statutory payments. Eligibility depends on employment status, earnings and notice requirements.

ShPP gives families more flexibility in how they share caring responsibilities during the first year.

Things to know

  • ShPP is a statutory payment that eligible employees may receive when they take shared parental leave
  • It allows parents to share part of their statutory pay entitlement, rather than one parent taking all leave
  • Eligibility depends on factors such as employment status, earnings and length of service
  • The payment is typically provided by the employer and can be reclaimed or offset according to relevant rules
  • ShPP is usually paid at a statutory rate, unless the employer offers enhanced parental pay

FAQs

Who is eligible for ShPP?

Eligibility depends on factors such as employment status, earnings and whether the parents meet the relevant qualifying conditions.

How is ShPP different from maternity or paternity pay?

ShPP allows parents to share leave and pay, rather than one parent receiving the full entitlement individually.

Who pays Shared Parental Pay?

It is paid by the employer, who may recover or offset the cost in line with statutory rules.

Is ShPP paid at full salary?

No. It is usually paid at a statutory rate, unless the employer offers enhanced parental pay.

How long can ShPP be paid for?

Up to 37 weeks of pay, depending on how shared parental leave is taken and remaining entitlement.

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