Help with children's costs
For those with children there is financial help available depending on the circumstances. Follow the links in the list below to find out more:
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Child Tax Credit
This is a payment made to parents and carers of children, or young people still in education.
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School clothing and meals
Children in families with low income may be entitled to support for school needs of clothing and meals.
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Educational Maintenance Allowance
This allowance is paid by Local Education Authorities to help young people aged 16 to 19 to stay in continuing further education.