Policy paper

HMRC issue briefing: explaining Child Benefit

This briefing explains what Child Benefit is, how it works, and who should claim.

From:
HM Revenue & Customs
Published
24 April 2019

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HMRC issue briefing: explaining Child Benefit

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Child Benefit factsheet

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This issue briefing can be used as background by anyone offering advice to people who may have questions about Child Benefit such as MPs or Citizens Advice.

It explains:

  • how Child Benefit works
  • the High Income Child Benefit Charge
  • the importance of claiming Child Beneift, even for those on high incomes
  • what people need to think about when they apply
  • where to find detailed customer guidance

We have also provided most of this information as a factsheet which can be printed and shared with anyone who wants to understand how Child Benefit works.

This page does not give customer guidance - for this, go to the Claim Child Benefit page on GOV.UK.

Published 24 April 2019

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