Your Child Benefit: Stay Updated on Important Changes

As a parent or guardian receiving Child Benefit, it is crucial to stay informed about recent updates and changes that may affect your entitlement. Keeping HMRC informed of any changes in your child’s circumstances is essential to ensure uninterrupted benefit payments.

There are various circumstances that can impact your entitlement to Child Benefit:

• If your child is in education or training, their eligibility for Child Benefit will continue until they turn 16 or 20, depending on their circumstances.
• If your child leaves education or training between the ages of 16 and 20, it is important to update HMRC.
• If your child starts working more than 24 hours per week, their eligibility for Child Benefit may change.
• If your child gets married or forms a civil partnership, it is crucial to inform HMRC.
• In unfortunate circumstances such as your child going missing or passing away, it is important to update HMRC.
• If your child lives away from you for more than eight consecutive weeks, it may affect your entitlement to Child Benefit.
• If your child moves in with their partner permanently, it is important to inform HMRC.
• If your child leaves the country for more than 12 weeks, except for school education or medical treatment, it may affect your entitlement to Child Benefit.
• If your child is imprisoned for more than eight weeks, it is important to update HMRC.

Additionally, receiving payments from your local council or another party responsible for your child’s care may result in a reduction or cessation of Child Benefit. Receiving other benefits may also impact your entitlement due to the benefit cap.

It is crucial to stay updated on the latest news and changes regarding benefits. Visit the GOV.UK website for comprehensive information on Child Benefit. Stay connected with the Daily Record’s Facebook and Twitter pages for regular updates throughout the day.

Remember to update your personal details on GOV.UK before the upcoming deadline. Failure to do so by the specified date may result in delayed payments. However, you may still be eligible to claim Child Benefit.

Child Benefit is provided to individuals responsible for children under the age of 16 or young people under 20 who are still in full-time education or approved training courses. The weekly payment from HMRC is £24.00 for the eldest or only child and £15.90 for additional children. Payments are made every four weeks in arrears.

Starting from April 2024, Child Benefit and Guardian’s Allowance will increase in line with the September Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation figure of 6.7%. The new rates will be £25.60 for the eldest or only child and £16.95 for additional children.

There are several reasons why your Child Benefit payment amount may change. Income Tax experts have identified four possible reasons:

• Failure to update your details on time
• Your child leaving education or training
• Your child joining the armed forces or a government-sponsored careers program
• Specific dates after your child’s 16th birthday

Stay informed and ensure you meet the necessary requirements to continue receiving Child Benefit. Act promptly to avoid any disruptions in your payments.

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