Shared Parental Leave and Pay
What it is, how much, and where to apply (UK).
Up to 37 weeks of pay to share, £194.32 a week or 90% (lower)
Share up to 50 weeks of leave between you in the first year, if you both meet the rules.
What else might you get?
Child Benefit, grants, pay on leave and childcare: what you may be able to get, roughly how much, and where to apply. Free, with no sign-up.
Get reminders on the day
Giggle & Grow keeps these dates for you, with your diary, feeds and weaning, from pregnancy to toddler.
Rules and amounts from GOV.UK, NHS and mygov.scot, checked 8 November 2026. They change every April. Not financial or legal advice: the official page always has the final say. Giggle & Grow isn't part of, or endorsed by, any government body.