Connexions - Information Links

This page provides information and links to external
sites
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Student Finance England
Use this website to find out everything about
finance for students in higher education (University) the site explains
how and when to apply and how much you might get, how you repay your
loans and much more..
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Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA)
Everything you need
to know about EMA is on this website including information for parents
and guardians. Find out how much you could be entitled to if you stay
on at school or college.
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Minimum Wage information
The national minimum wage sets minimum hourly rates
that employers must pay their workers. It covers almost all workers in
the UK and is divided into three rates that apply to workers of
different ages. This guide provides a basic overview of the national
minimum wage and explains the role of HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)
in enforcing it.
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Child Benefit
Make sure you and your family get what you're
entitled to. Child benefit continues if you stay in full time education
after 16.
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Tax Credits
Find out about tax credits who is entitled to them
and how much you can get.
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The Department for Work and Pensions
The Department for Work and Pensions leads the
Government's response to some of the biggest issues facing the country
- welfare and pension reform - and is a key player in tackling child
poverty. It is the biggest public service delivery department in the UK
and serves over 20 million customers.
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Citizens Advice Money
Find out about opening a bank account, Income tax,
buying goods and services. Lots of information about finance and the
law for young people.
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National Debt Line
We offer debt advice for people living in different
parts of the country. This is because the law concerning debt varies
depending on whether you live in England and Wales or Scotland.
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