I'm only 9 weeks pg, but looking into Maternity Allowance already.
I have been self-employed since 2005, paid Class 2 NI contributions by direct debit, and send of my tax return when due.
Having looked through the DWP website and various threads on here am I right in thinking that as I have paid my Class 2's I won't need to submit any details on income, ie/ their stipulated average £30 per week income. I also don't give myself a payslip, the income just goes into a savings account.
I'm a bit concerned otherwise as this past year has been a bit hit and miss in the blacksmithing world and some months I had no income at all. I've never applied for any other benefits as my DHs income covers our outgoings, my income is just holidays.
Am really hoping I can just apply without needing the extra paperwork