MARTIN Lewis has issued an urgent warning to 800,000 parents missing out on up to £2,000 free childcare. In the latest episode of his ITV Money Show, the consumer expert shared three scenarios wher…
Mr Lewis also explained two other scenarios where you might be in line for help.In this instance, you could be due 15 to 30 hours free childcare a week.
The childcare must be with an approved childcare provider, such as a registered childminder, nanny or home care worker.You can apply for the help on the government's website online or through your local council. If you don't know who you local council is you can use the government's locator tool found on its website.The second scenario is if you are dueMr Lewis said if you pay for childcare and your income is less than £40,000 then you should check if you are eligible for help.Meanwhile, Mr Lewis said if you are already on Universal Credit and in work, you could be due up to 85% back for the cost of childcare.
You should always check if there are any eligibility requirements by speaking to the organisation directly though. In some cases, the services are intended for those who can't pick their children up from school due to work commitments.
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