One-off payments of £500 have been dropping into the bank accounts of those who claim working tax credits this week. If you are eligible, the lump sum should have arrived yesterday, Friday April 23.
But if you haven’t received any money yet, we explain what to do and who to contact. The £500 payment is a one-off sum given to families on working tax credit to help during the coronavirus crisis.
It follows a similar boost to the £20 weekly uplift for those on Universal Credit. Chancellor Rishi Sunak confirmed the support as part of his Budget back in February.
Are you eligible for the £500 payment? The first step is to check if you’re definitely eligible for the £500. HMRC should have already contacted you if you’re due the payment - but