Entitled to maternity benefit

[pillowtalk]

Hi,

Just wondering if anybody can shed some light on this for me.
I was on sick leave/Jobseekers benefit for most of 2006. I am currently working part-time (since Feb), and receiving jobseekers benefit for days not worked (I work 2-4 days per week)
If I was to become pregnant say next year (2008) would I be entitled to maternity benefit at all, as I believe it's based on your tax contributions from 2 years previous.

Thanks

 

[ClubMan]

Have you read these links?

2. How do I qualify?
3. What PRSI contributions do I need for Maternity Benefit?

 

[pillowtalk]

Thanks.
It states the following -

"At least 39 weeks PRSI paid in the 12 month period before the first day of your maternity leave;"

Would this also apply to a part-time worker?

 

[Legin]

Would this also apply to a part-time worker?

Yes

 

[gipimann]

"At least 39 weeks PRSI paid in the 12 month period before the first day of your maternity leave;"

Would this also apply to a part-time worker?

Provided you're paying PRSI at the appropriate class - A, E or H only. You can see which class of PRSI you're paying on your P60.