Thousands of families across the UK are missing out on support worth an extra £2,200 a year it has been revealed. More than 214,000 people are missing out on thousands of pounds through Child Benefits support from HMRC. Currently, Child Benefit is worth £25.
60 a week for the eldest or only child, and £16.95 a week for each younger child after that. Though that is set to increase in April 2025, when Child Benefit will be worth £26.
05 a week for the eldest or only child, and £17.25 for younger children, meaning those not claiming will be missing out on even more money. Manage your money and tax easily with the HMRC app.
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co/avU4tXcnpY pic.twitter.com/pnHYK0vWF7 — HM Revenue & Customs (@HMRCgovuk) November 20, 2024 New data obtained by The Sun through a Freedom of Information act revealed that 214,000 weren’t applying for Child Benefit even though they were eligible.
How to apply for Child Benefit Parents or guardians can get Child Benefit if they are responsible for bringing up a child who is under 16, or under 20 if they stay in approved education or training. There is no limit on the number of children parents can claim for. You can apply for the benefit here.
Claiming Child Benefit means that the parent will receive National Insurance credits which count towards their State Pension. It also means their child will automatically receive a National Insurance number when they turn 16 years old, which the.