Hi Paul,
I have a specific question if you can answer it. I have passed this by an agent but don't feel confident with their answer, although I was at the time! I thought about you answering this one and I have more faith in you
I have asked before about work experience and maternity leave but I was just guessing the figures. I have the specifics now.
During my maternity leave, I had 4 weeks full pay from work, 12 weeks half pay from work (topped up to full with SMP) then 6 months just SMP.
I've been advised by the agent that I can claim work experience for the 4 weeks full pay and the 12 weeks half pay plus SMP (then not allowed to claim 6 months just SMP). So for my maternity leave, I can claim 18 weeks experience.
I was employed before and after my maternity leave for a number of years with the same employer.
Does this sound right? I don't want to overclaim.
Thanks