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11.10.2022 - 21:29 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Martin Lewis has shared a 'little known benefit' that could help grandparents who look after their grandchildren.
The Money Saving Expert highlighted Specified Adult Childcare credits, which can be claimed by family members who care for a child under 12, usually whilst their parent is working. The credits can help build up National Insurance contributions and can add 'thousands of pounds' to a state pension, Martin said.
Taking to Twitter to share his wisdom, he wrote: "Pls share. There's a little known benefit for grandparents who look after their grandchildren while parents work. If ur a parent of an under 12, if your parent (ie childs grandparent) do childcare so you can work, u can apply to get em "Specified Adult Childcare Credit."
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"This means they get the National Insurance years that normally go to a parent who is off work looking after children (as you're working you'll usually be getting from work). This can add £1,000s to a state pension." He then shared a link to the government page which explains the benefit in full.
So how do Specified Adult Childcare credits work, who is eligible to claim them and how do you apply for them?
The recipient will receive a Class 3 NI credit for each week or part week they cared for the child. These help to build entitlement to the State Pension and, until April 2017, certain bereavement benefits.
They can also help to stop gaps in your National Insurance record.
According to the government, the following must be applicable in order for you to apply for the benefit:
The child’s parent or main carer must agree to your application by countersigning the form to confirm that you cared
Greggs fans, it's time to get excited, as a Martin Lewis money-saving expert has shared how you can snap up one of their beloved pastries - including a sausage roll - completely free of charge.
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