SMP - how to apply?

I qualify for SMP but what do you have to do to apply for it? Is it the same as maternity allowance? Because I had to fill out a form for that. Thanks
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Your work should pay you SMP in your payslip, to qualify I think you need to tell your HR about the pregnancy and due date by 15 weeks before your due date. Usually they ask for the matb1 form

Oh ok, I’ve done all of that and they have the Matb1 form. I’ve also confirmed my last working day. I wasn’t sure if I needed to apply to the government too, like maternity allowance. Sounds like you don’t so that’s one thing off my list. Thank you so much xx

I may be wrong but I don’t think you get both. You either get statutory maternity pay or maternity allowance.

Oh yes I mean I had maternity allowance for my first! And I qualify for SMP for my second!

Your work should handle everything!

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