Hi there!
All depends on whether you have worked enough in the test period, which is 26 weeks out of 66 up to the due date.
The web site and info below gives more explanation but if in doubt speak to the job centre
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Rachael
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Who is eligible?
You might get Maternity Allowance if:
you're employed, but not eligible for Statutory Maternity Pay
you're registered self-employed and paying Class 2 National Insurance Contributions (NICs), or hold a Small Earnings Exception certificate
you have very recently been employed or self-employed
You may be eligible if:
you've been employed and/or self-employed for at least 26 weeks in your 'test period' (66 weeks up to and including the week before the week your baby is due). Part weeks count as full weeks; and
you earned £30 a week averaged over any 13 weeks in your test period
If you don't qualify for Statutory Maternity Pay or Maternity Allowance, you may be able to get Employment and Support Allowance instead.
If you or your partner or civil partner are claiming benefits or tax credits you may be able to get a Sure Start Maternity Grant.
https://www.direct.gov.uk/en/MoneyT...ort/Expectingorbringingupchildren/DG_10018869
