Birmingham City Council

Work, Finance and Benefits

There are many types of help available to support parents financially. Below are links to guidance on what support is available:

Child Benefit
A regular tax-free payment to parents of all children under 16 and for older children in education or training

Child Tax Credits
Information on tax credits and online application

Childcare Tax Credits
Information on help towards childcare costs if you use a registered childcare provider

Pre-school Costs
Information on help towards costs of early learning and childcare

Lone Parents
Information on financial help for lone parents

Parents in Education
Information on financial help for parents in education

Parents on a Low Income
Financial help available for parents on a low income is dependent on circumstances

Parental Leave
Information on legal entitlements to leave from work to support your role as a parent



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