Written Question·Treasury·UIN 127324
High Income Child Benefit Tax Charge
Tabled: 14 April 2026
Answered: 22 April 2026
Question
James McMurdock
Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment she has made of the impact of High Income Child Benefit Charge on labour supply including decisions to (a) accept pay increases, (b) increase working hours and (c) return to work.
Answer
Dan TomlinsonThe High Income Child Benefit Charge is currently the best way to manage Child Benefit expenditure. By withdrawing Child Benefit from high-income families, it helps to ensure the sustainability of the public finances and protect our vital public services....
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