reduce in child tax credits?

mercer_2

Hi,

My partner has recently got a part time job doing 10 hours a week. As this is under 16 hours a week, should we still inform HMRC? Would our child tax credits be reduced?

Thanks

nannytone_2

you should inform them of any change.

the 16 hours only applies in respect to childcare. of both parents ( or a single parent) works 16 hours or more, they may be entitled to help with chikldcare

Pedent

You do need to let them know.

Your income can increase by up to £10,000 without affecting this year's award (£5,000 from 2013).

Your higher income will mean that you get less next year (by 41% of the increase in earnings), but you'll still be better off overall.

mercer_2

Ok, thanks. I was more concerned in them reducing child tax credits.