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Maternity and family support 

Childcare information

Do you need to find childcare, or do you want to look after children? You'll find information and advice in our basic guide.

Childcare information (caring and support section)

Maternity Allowance

Maternity Allowance is a benefit paid weekly while off work to have your baby. Find out if and how you can receive it

Maternity Grant

Basic information about claiming the Maternity Grant, a single payment to help with the costs of a new baby

Adoption grant

Basic information about claiming the Adoptive Parent Grant, a single payment

Caring for a child at home - Home Responsibility Protection

Information about getting your contributions covered if you're staying at home to care for a child under 5

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