State Benefits and Tax Credits 2015 – A trade union guide to in-work entitlements

State Benefits and Tax Credits 2015 – A trade union guide to in-work entitlements

 

The Labour Research Department has published the booklet ‘State Benefits and Tax Credits 2015’. The booklet is not intended to be a definitive guide to state benefits but will enable union reps to access the current benefit rates and basic rules for qualification in order to indicate to members whether or not they are eligible to apply for them.

 

Recent research by the TUC showed that tax credits and benefits play a crucial role in lifting low paid workers out of poverty, particularly the more than five million workers across the UK who earn less than the living wage. Many low paid workers are unaware of their benefit entitlements; as such it is important for reps to be aware of the latest reforms to enable them to give accurate initial advice.

 

The 88 page booklet costs £9.75 for a single copy but LRD affiliates can make savings by ordering multiple copies at special rates. These discounts are outlined in the attached order form. It is also possible to order through the LRD’s website here.

 

Any further enquiries regarding this LTB should be addressed to the General Secretary’s Office at gsoffice@cwu.org quoting the reference GS15.6/LTB 248/15.

 

Yours sincerely

 

W HAYES

General Secretary

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A trade union guide to in-work entitlements