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    What counts as 'average weekly earnings' - umbrella

    Hi all, I've tried to find the answer to this online but it doesn't seem very clear, so hoping someone smarter or wiser can advise. I'm considering taking a contract via an Umbrella company. I'm also considering having another baby next year. With that in mind I wanted to understand the...
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    Statutory maternity pay through umbrella company

    Hello I've been researching the criteria for statutory maternity pay (SMP) through an umbrella company and understand you must have been employed continuously by your umbrella provider for at least 26 weeks before the 15th week before the baby is due. If you meet this criteria, do you have to...
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    Statutory maternity pay through an umbrella - definition of "consecutive"

    Hi, I'm female and thinking about what the consequences of getting pregnant would be on my finances (amongst other things!). I get paid through an umbrella company so I am classed as an employee of the umbrella company and therefore I'm eligible for statutory maternity pay through them. I've...
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    Starting out contracting - there's always some added confusion!

    Hi everyone, I'm new to contracting (and this forum) after taking voluntary redundancy and as always the way for me, there is extra confusion to get my head round. The main question I have is in relation how to set up - go limited or through an umbrella. I realise there are many posts already...
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    Maternity pay as a limited company - query

    Hello, My partner is currently looking at becoming a contractor and like me is a total newb. We are currently trying to understand how maternity cover works for a contractor working as part of their own limited company. We have done some research but are very confused by it all. So... 1) Will...

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