Ema - what counts as income

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I am just about to apply for an EMA for my dd who is 16. Does anyone know what counts as income?

Do I declare my income net of pensions (I am making quite a hefty pension contribution) ?

Does child support from her dad count as income? It is not counted for tax credit purposes.
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  • John38_2
    John38_2 Posts: 121 Forumite
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    I'm pretty sure that any child support payments are disregarded as they don't form part of you're household income.

    EMA is judged by gross annual income.

    I don't think Pension Contributions are seen as part of your income. However, if you retired next year and started recieving pension payments from it, then that IS classed as income.
  • msmicawber
    msmicawber Posts: 1,962 Forumite
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    Hi,

    It seems to be based on the gross household income - have a look here and see if it gives sufficient information: http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Parents/Schoolslearninganddevelopment/Optionsafterschool/DG_067577

    If not, the school should be able to put you in touch with Connexions, who should be able to answer your questions, I believe.
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