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Back to Work Benefits
I had to give up work at the end of last year to look after my disabled father. Now 9 months down the line I realise that I will be able to work part time as my father tends to need the extra care early morning and at night. I have found a job working from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm each day which is only 5 minutes from the house.…
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Urgent advice needed!!!!!
I am a single parent, working 16hrs, claiming child and working tax credits, living in a rented house via an association (sp?!) I started college this week doing a full time access to higher education course so I can train to be a teacher I have to move a lesson and its thrown everything out of place, I can't fit in my min…
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income gone up....tax credits...what do i do?
I am getting myself in a muddle and could do with some help before i go mad. I am a single mum with three kids. Am working 16 hrs as from april, new job. Last years 2007 -2008 i earned £4898. This year i am earning more because i work weekends and had no idea how much more i would be earning. I get child tax credit and…
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tax credits bit complicated
i had a over payment, made to me about 3 years ago im still paying it off, august i threw my partner out so i went back onto benefits. ie working and child,... this lasted 3 weeks i rang and told of change of circumstances, so tax credits stopped again..............as the date partner moved back in i re applied filled in…
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medical assessment for people claiming incapacity benefit
I am currently claiming incapacity benefit and have received a letter to say that I have to go for a medical assessment. Is there anyone out there who is in the same position as me, or, has attended one of these. I would like to hear from you. I am a little worried as I am not a big fan of doctors in general and the…
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New Links to Tax Credits websites.
I have been sent these links by an MSE member and have added them to the "Useful Links" but thought it might be useful to draw attention to them. Tax Credits Casualties Tax Credits Forum.
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DLA Decision Very Quick?
Today I rang up to see if the DLA people had received the forms I sent last week for my 2 year old sons first claim for CP. I had included OT reports and his physio had filled out the optional statement at the back. Anyway the bloke on the phone asked if I had sent in renewal forms to which I said no it was our first claim…
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Home Visit From Customer Compliance Officer
I have recieved a letter to-day to say that jobcentre plus compliance officer is comming to see me next week regarding my claim for benefit , i was shocked when i read the letter because i have never recieved a letter like this before. could anyone tell me if they know exactly what it will be all about im so nervous. I…
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Not eligable for benefits
I was made redundant 1 month ago due to the company going bankrupt. I applied for jobseekers allowance, went to sign on, kept checking my bank account - no money. I am single (divorced) renting a room as I can't afford to have my own house yet. I have savings over 16,000 which is the payout from my divorce which I am…
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2 months and havent heard anything after compliance interview
I had a compliance interview two months ago and still haven't heard any outcome, does this mean there is no further action???:confused:
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How long have I got DLA for?
How long is DLA awarded for? many thanks almar
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How long before Incap re-assessment?
Hi there My husband recently attended his first medical and was subsequently re-awarded Incap. The letter we got states that the next date for likely assessment will be 5 years hence. Is this usual? Also, is it really likely to be 5 years or will they call him back before that in all likelihood? Thanks.
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Do they unemployed get free dental care ?
Currently unemployed, have been for 3 weeks. Went to the doctors the other day for prescription and managed to get it free due to 'signing on' Just wondered if its similar with dentists, am i entitled to a discount or free dentist check up ? Havent been for a few years and might aswell make an appointment whilst im out of…
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How to claim my Tax
Hi, I am an Immigrant, currently on HSMP. I want to claim my Travel and lunch expenses. Do I need to wait for a letter from HMRC that I over paid my tax or can I do it online with the Online Assessment site ? I did this few years ago. I cant remember if I received a letter or an email from my previous employer. Can you…
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More Tax Credit Confusion
Hi - I wonder if anyone can help? My partner and I have just had our first child. I am currently going through the process of claiming tax credits. My partner will be on maternity leave until June next year so I won't be claiming childcare costs. I am working 35 hours and we both earn around £16,000 pa She will be going…
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Over 50 and off to uni
I`ve been out of work since being laid off at the hospital. Over 18 months and have decided to go to uni with the aim of teaching in higher education. I will be doing a foundation year to bring my skills up to scratch. This should leave me with time for part time work - if I can find any in Norwich. I think that due to my…
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Child Care
I get help with my childcare through tax credits .I have been paying £100 per week i rang tax credits to tell them that my tax credits will be reducing to £45 per week as from next week and the person who i spoke to said he will have to pass my details to another department as he thinks as childcare is paid in 4 week…
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DLA application ?
how long does it take to get a descision ? applied on behalf of my 11 yr old about 5 wks ago .
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HELP:UP s**t creek!
Well I got married 3 weeks ago to my BF of 2 years-we didn't live together he said he wouldn't till he was married. We have an 8 month old baby that he I had been bringing up financially myself. I also have 4 kids from prior marriage that again I get no support or maintenance from father.
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MA , CC , CTC , WTC question
Hiya, I am due a new baby in february and due to me changing jobs at the beginning of my pregnancy I am not entitled to SMA, so I have to claim MA. No problem for me as its NI and tax free so better off! But ... I get Childcare and Working tax credits atm as I am employed. Once I go on maternity leave and as my payments…