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How statutory notice works in the UK, the difference between statutory and contractual notice, garden leave, PILON, and what to do if your employer ignores your notice entitlement.
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How Statutory Maternity Pay works, who qualifies, how to calculate your 39-week entitlement, what Maternity Allowance covers when SMP doesn't apply, and your rights to return.
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How to Calculate UK Take-Home Pay 2026/27
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