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UK tax and benefits

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There are a range of tax breaks and benefits to help parents cover the cost of bringing up a child. Find out what your government can do for you with our handy guide.

  • Health in Pregnancy Grant

    The Health in Pregnancy Grant is a one off payment of £190 to mums-to-be who are at least 25 weeks pregnant. It's  designed to help support the general health and wellbeing of women in the later stages of pregnancy. The mother may choose what she spends the grant on, taking into account advice from her midwife.

  • Financial help from the UK Government

    It's expensive having children, but the UK Government provides various forms of financial assistance to families with children. We run through the tax credits and benefits that you may be entitled to when you have children.

  • Child Benefit

    The Government gives you nearly £1000 a year for your first child, and over £600 a year for each subsequent one. Make sure you get this important universal benefit.

  • £250 free: Child Trust Fund

    The Government will give you a voucher worth £250 when your baby is born, which is valid if it's put into a Child Trust Fund. Dad Info runs through how it works, how to get it, and what to do with your free money.

  • Child Tax Credit

    Tax credits are fiendishly complicated, so Dad Info is here to make things clear and simple. Here's our guide to Child Tax Credit - which will reduce your tax bill if you're eligible.

  • Working Tax Credit

    Tax Credits can be very complicated, but Working Tax Credit can boost your income if you don't earn much money. Dad Info walks you through the maze.

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