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Tax credits

Information on tax credits, including who is entitled to tax credits, how to apply and how the credits are paid.

  • Tax credit overpayments

    If you've received a letter saying you've been overpaid tax credits and demanding repayment you are likely to be confused, worried, and stressed. This guide will help you find out more about your overpayment and explain what you can do about it.

  • Who is entitled to tax credits?

    Find out if you are entitled to tax credits, and how to claim them.

  • Welfare Benefits

    There are many different benefits available, depending on your needs and your circumstances. This leaflet explains how the benefits system works.

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Welfare benefits leaflet

There are many different benefits available, depending on your needs and your circumstances. Find out how the benefits system works.

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Who is entitled to tax credits?

Find out if you are entitled to tax credits, and how to claim them.

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I’m returning to work. Do all my benefits stop?

Find out which benefits you might still be entitled to once you return to work.

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My benefit has been overpaid. What do I do?

The rules on repaying benefit overpayments.

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