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Children, young people and parenting
Overview and content list for children and young people. Find out about child maintenance, protecting children and local council support.
Challenge a tax credits decision
Challenge a tax credits decision Appealing a tax credits decision at a tribunal Challenging a working or child tax credits decision - mandatory reconsideration
Check you have the ‘right to reside’ for housing
If you have pre-settled status or you’re waiting for a decision from the EU Settlement Scheme, check how to show you have the ‘right to reside
Help on a low income
Overview and content list for benefits help for those on a low income
Deportation and living in the UK illegally
Information about deportation and living in the UK illegally. Find out your options if you're living in the UK illegally and what to do if you're deported
Getting benefits if you’ve recently moved to the UK
Check how to show you’re habitually resident, pass the ‘past presence test’ or pass the ‘3-month living in test
Your ex-partner is taking your children without consent
What to do if your ex threatens to take your child or children without your consent - either within the UK or abroad.
Deciding what to do when you separate
What you need to do when you separate from your partner including how to reach an agreement about your children and money, belongings and the family home