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Working Tax Credit Question

Shazza122
Shazza122 Posts: 177 Forumite
in Benefits & tax credits
Hi,

I've recently lost my job (dismissal) and now were relying solely on my OH wage which is around £11k a year to pay for everything...I did earn a very good wage (£34k) until I lost my job...

Would OH be able to claim WTC?

Comments

  • SmokieJoe
    SmokieJoe Posts: 57 Forumite
    If 2012/13 tax year and 2013/14 joint gross income is above £18k for each tax year, then no. If from 06-04-2014 onward for tax year 2014/15 joint income is likely to be under £18k then possibly. Any other taxable income, such as contribution based benefits, pensions being paid to either of you, work benefits (cars, vouchers, mileage etc) can all have an impact on entitlement.
  • zagfles
    zagfles Posts: 21,686 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Chutzpah Haggler
    How many hours does OH work? How old are you? Any kids? Any disabilities?
  • Shazza122
    Shazza122 Posts: 177 Forumite
    He works 12 hour shifts...36 hours on average. No kids. I suffer from depression.
  • Shazza122
    Shazza122 Posts: 177 Forumite
    No he's older...I think he earns on average about £6.30 an hour...he walk out with about £850 a month on average
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