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30 free hours and carers allowance

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1524KC · 24/11/2025 20:57

Me and my partner are both currently full time employed and receive 30 free hours of childcare a week do our 1 year old. I am going to be made redundant next month and plan on having some time off but will be claiming cares allowance as I care for my grandad. Will I still be eligible for the 30 free hours?

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FluentTealGuide · 13/12/2025 22:57

If you’re not currently working
You may still be eligible if your partner is working, and you are on carer’s leave or if you get any of the following:

  • Incapacity Benefit
  • Severe Disablement Allowance
  • Carer’s Allowance
  • Limited Capability for Work Benefit
  • contribution-based Employment and Support Allowance

https://www.gov.uk/free-childcare-if-working/check-youre-eligible

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apapuchi · 14/12/2025 01:05

Yes you will, my husband works full time and I receive Carer's Allowance and our son attends 30 hours. There's an option to tick that when you renew 😊

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