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Paternity Leave Payment

What is Paternity Leave Payment?

This allowance is paid to registered dentists whose partner has given birth to their child.

How do I claim for Paternity Leave Payments?

You can download the GP225 claim form or request it from your local NHS Board. The 2 week period can be split into two one week periods.

For full details on the qualifying criteria, see below:

Form Paid Payment Duration Maximum payment
GP225 As appropriate 2 weeks £1399.00 per week

Criteria:
1) Name included in dental list for at least 2 years;
2) earnings of at least £27,800.00 in 2009/10 or NHS percentage of 90%; and
3) dentist’s wife or partner has given birth.