More than 200,000 families in the UK are failing to claim Child Benefits, which could provide an additional £2,200 annually. The current rates for Child Benefit, set to increase, are £25.60 weekly for the eldest or only child, and £16.95 for younger children. The High Income Child Benefit Charge affects entitlement for those earning over £60,000, possibly deterring applications. Eligible parents can claim Child Benefit for children under 16 or up to 20 if in approved education, also securing National Insurance credits impacting State Pension eligibility.
More than 200,000 families across the UK are missing out on Child Benefit worth an average of £2,200 per year due to unclaimed support from HMRC.
According to data from a Freedom of Information request, 214,000 individuals eligible for Child Benefit are not applying, potentially missing out on significant financial assistance.
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