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When your employee is expecting a baby, they’re entitled to certain rights, pay, and legal protection. Call today to discover the HR-approved way to navigate staff maternity leave and pay.

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Staff maternity pay in Ireland, made simple

Your staff on maternity leave in Ireland are entitled to key rights. And as an employer, it’s essential you provide the right pay and protection to avoid legal risks. But when you’re busy running a business, you don’t always have the time to trawl through complex employment law rules…
Instead, get instant answers with Employers Direct. Our CIPD-qualified advisors will provide practical and jargon-free guidance – free from any obligation. Ready to work out maternity pay rates? Contact our maternity pay advice line for free
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We’re here to answer your employer maternity pay questions and more

Get answers to your most pressing questions, like:
- When do I have to pay maternity leave?
- How much is statutory maternity leave pay in Ireland?
- How long is maternity leave?
- Do I need a maternity pay policy?
…and much more Ready to learn the rules around maternity leave and pay? Speak to a HR expert for free

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Thousands of employers turn to us for advice on maternity pay rules

Thousands of employers contact us each day and ask questions like, do employers have to pay maternity leave, and how does maternity pay work for employers? We answer these questions and many more, giving employers the tools to go on running their business with confidence.

And since we follow Workplace Relations Commission Codes (WRC) of Practice, you can be confident you’re acting within Irish employment law.

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