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I'm over 25, work 40hrs a week, tax credits i get per week are

£51... or something like that.

How come I get this much yet others seem to get so much less? Does it increase with hours worked, or is it due to my appallingly low earnings for what i earn right now. I'm self employed btw.

Thanks in advance for any advice, help.

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  • anguk
    anguk Posts: 3,412 Forumite
    Everyone is different. It depends on your income and personal circumstances, for example
    are you single, a couple, have disabilities, children etc.
    Dum Spiro Spero
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