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• Maternity pay - what you're entitled to

  Find out whether you're entitled to statutory maternity pay, contractual maternity pay or Maternity Allowance

• Extra money and help if you get Universal Credit

  Find out about extra money and help you can get because you receive Universal Credit. You can also check what other benefits and support you can apply for.

• Getting a permanent right to live in the UK if you have a family visa

  Check if you can apply for indefinite leave if you already have a family visa

• Preparing your finances for retirement

  When you can start getting your pension, checklist of things to do leading up to your retirement, getting help with Pension Wise, and what to do if you've lost track of a pension

• Benefits and concessions for the armed forces, veterans and their families

  Information on financial help available to people currently serving in the armed forces, veterans and dependents, covering benefits, help with school, child care and travel costs and sources of further help.

• Reducing your regular outgoings

  Find out how to save on household, energy and water bills, your TV licence and travel costs

• Check if your immigration status lets you get benefits and help with housing

  Check if you’re allowed to claim public funds. Check what counts as public funds, and what else you might be able to claim

• State Pension

  Check how much State Pension you can get and how many qualifying years you need to get the full amount

• Reporting self-employed earnings if you get Universal Credit

  Work out your monthly earnings if you’re self employed. Find out how to report your earnings if you get Universal Credit and how to get help with doing this.

• Help with school costs

  Find out what help you can get to pay for school lunches, uniforms and transport if you’re on a low income