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partner has fallen ill but i need to carry on working...

March2012 · 2012-06-03 21:32:03

my boyfriend used to contribute to the mortgage and other bits in the house. he no longer contributes as has been unwell for quite a while. obviously on my own it is difficutl with a child.i wonder what the best options are. thanks for any advice. I own my own house. thanks in advacne for any help.

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Dunroamin Posts: 16,908 Forumite

6 June 2012 at 5:05PM

Contributions based benefits depend on NICs and aren't affected by savings or the partner's income. Means tested benefits are affected by both.

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