Written Question·Treasury·UIN 29797
National Insurance Credits
Tabled: 6 February 2025
Answered: 12 February 2025
Named DayQuestion
Mike Martin
Liberal Democrat — Tunbridge Wells
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if she will make it her policy to amend the definition of relevant carer in Section 23A of the Social Security Contributions and Benefits Act 1992 to include individuals unable to apply for Child Benefit due to (a)
Answer
James MurrayParents and carers who claim Child Benefit automatically receive National Insurance credits until their child turns twelve. These credits count towards future State Pension entitlement. Where HMRC is made aware that a person is a victim of domestic abuse,...
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