Universal Credit is replacing tax credits. If you're asked to claim Universal Credit and you do not make a valid claim within three months, your tax credits will end and you will not get Universal Credit.
needs areas. It also indicates that SEMH numbers continue to rise resulting in this area of need remaining a significant proportion of total EHCPs. Numbers of EHCPs for sensory impairment and PMLD are remaining largely stable.
Future modelling has identified the East of the county as areas which
Background to data sources and modelling assumptions
Analysis and proposals have been based on the best available data at the time of review and assumptions have been made about trends and future growth. It is important to note that within the modelling undertaken there are some things that cannot
You must still apply from your child's current home address before the national deadline of 31 October 2025 for secondary and 15 January 2026 for primary.
If you are about to move house, please contact the Area Education Office with your new address so that letters that are sent to you do not go
As well the amount of Universal Credit you will get, there are other things you should think about, particularly when claiming this benefit for the first time.
You should know:
Universal Credit is paid monthly in arrears. You could have to wait up to 5-6 weeks for your first regular payment
You
The Youth Futures Team can help you with careers and education advice and guidance if you're aged 16 to 18 and not in education, employment or training.
The SEND Capital Plan sets out a framework for the capital investment to Lancashire as well as proposals for any further funding for specialist provision that may be allocated in future years.
How to challenge a benefit decision from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) or HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and how the Welfare Rights Service may be able to help.
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the maximum amount of Working Tax Credit* or your children are entitled to free school meals, they could get free school transport if they:
Are over 8 years old, attend the nearest suitable primary school and the distance from home is 2 miles or more
Are in secondary school, attend one of their three