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30 hours free childcare question:

Hi,

I am due to receive an increase in pay which I hope will mean I will earn enough for 30 hours free childcare

I understand that I need to earn £1976 over the next 3 months.

My net pay would be £2011.

But I pay into the local government pension scheme and this is deducted from my wage each month.

So my take home pay over the next 3 months would be around £1749 without this contribution.

Would I qualify based upon this?

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  • poppy12345
    poppy12345 Posts: 18,976 Forumite
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    Are you living with a partner? If so then you must both expect to earn at least the following amounts.

    Over the next 3 months you and your partner (if you have one) must each expect to earn at least:

    • £1,976 if you’re aged 23 or over
    • £1,909 if you’re aged 21 or 22
    • £1,420 if you’re aged 18 to 20
    • £1,000 if you’re under 18 or an apprentice
    https://www.gov.uk/30-hours-free-childcare

  • It''s gross
    But as it's based on 16 hours @ NMW it will be £2167  after April rises.
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