“Claim the tax credits you’re due”, says Des Browne MP
7th April 2008
This week the rates of tax credits increased and Des Browne MP is encouraging local low-paid workers to claim, even if they don’t have children.
The UK Government has raised the earnings threshold for working tax credit, which means that many more workers in Kilmarnock and Loudoun could qualify for extra cash.
Des Browne said:
“This is good news, so it is important that everyone in Kilmarnock and Loudoun gets the money they are entitled to. Claiming is easy – you can do it online or over the phone. The main thing is that you do it straight away, as your claim dates from the time that you call or claim online, so the earlier you do this, the more you can claim.”
John Hannett, the General Secretary for Usdaw, the shopworkers’ union, added:
“Working tax credit has been available to people without children for several years, and Usdaw has helped many of our members in Kilmarnock and Loudoun to claim. We are pleased that the Government has now extended tax credits to include many shopworkers without children who work a standard week, and may now be able to claim tax credits for the first time.
“I am concerned that 80% of people who qualify for this support are not aware of it. Claiming tax credits means that they will be able to enjoy a better standard of living.”
Des Browne added:
“If you think you could qualify, call the helpline straight away on 0845 300 3900 or claim online at www.hmrc.gov.uk/taxcredits.”
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