Child benefit: What is it worth and who can claim it?

The article discusses child benefit, a government-provided financial support for families with children in the United Kingdom. The key points are: 1. There is an income limit for eligibility - if the individual or their partner earns more than £50,000 per year, the child benefit amount starts to be reduced. 2. If the individual or their partner earns more than £60,000 per year, they will no longer be eligible for child benefit. 3. The amount of child benefit varies depending on the number of children in the family - £21.80 per week for the first child and £14.45 per week for each additional child. 4. Child benefit can be claimed for children under the age of 16, or under 20 if they are in approved full-time education or training. 5. The benefit is paid directly to the main carer of the child, typically the mother. The article provides a concise overview of the key details regarding child benefit eligibility and amounts in the UK.