sick leave and working tax credit

dabdab_3

I work 24 hours and my partner isn't working at the moment so I claim working tax credit and child tax for our child. I have been off work sick for about 22 weeks and trying to return to work. They have offered a phased return meaning I would be working less hours for a few weeks until I could manage more. Would I have to declare this to hmrc as I'm still officially contracted for 24 hours, would it affect it at all?
Thanks

pmlindyloo

There is a 4 week 'run on' for tax credits in these circumstances.

If you are unable to return to work for your full 24 hours then you need to contact them.

See here:

http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/taxcredits/keep-up-to-date/changes-affect/work-changes/changes-to-hours.htm

nashly

You may be able to go back and just work 16hrs and get a disability enhancment payment on top as you have been on the sick for a long time, that's what i get though i qualified as i came straight from ESA to part time 16hrs working self employed.
Give them a ring and see if you qualify as your circumstances are different to mine.

dabdab_3

Thanks guys