Chapter 20: Working tax credit

– Working tax credit (WTC) is paid to top up low wages.

– You cannot make a new claim for WTC.

– Both part-time and full-time students are eligible.

– You may be eligible if you are over 25 and working at least 30 hours a week.

– You may be eligible if you are working at least 16 or 24 hours a week and you have a child, a disability or are over 60.

– You can get help with childcare costs in your WTC.

– The amount you get depends on your income, but most student support is ignored in the assessment.