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Can son/daughter earn money whilst family claim Tax Credits?

igrieveuk
igrieveuk Posts: 14 Forumite
in Benefits & tax credits
Hello,

My daughter has turned 16 as is looking for part time work while she is still at school. I am still receiving tax and child credits but I am worried that when she starts working it will affect our benefits.

I've tried having a look around for information on the net relating to this situation but haven't been able to find an answer.

If anyone can help it will be very helpful, thanks.

Comments

  • princessdon
    princessdon Posts: 6,902 Forumite
    No it's not counted and good luck to them
  • sammyjammy
    sammyjammy Posts: 8,152 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper Photogenic
    A child working part time whilst in full time education will have no affect on your benefits at all.
    "You've been reading SOS when it's just your clock reading 5:05 "
  • igrieveuk
    igrieveuk Posts: 14 Forumite
    Thats one less thing to worry about thanks, she has an interview at the local supermarket so hopefully she will do well and get herself a job.
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