Couples in the tax and related welfare systems – a call for greater clarity
The LITRG has called for greater clarity around how couples are dealt with in the tax and tax credits systems....
The LITRG has called for greater clarity around how couples are dealt with in the tax and tax credits systems....
The LITRG has published a manifesto setting out the agenda the Group would like the next government to pursue for taxpayers on low incomes....
Government tax rules are hindering good government intentions to help vulnerable and disabled people live independently within the community. A new report from the Low Incomes Tax Reform Group finds that more help and joined-up government are needed if the move towards direct payments and individual budgets is to be effective as it could be....
This report by Community Links, Low Incomes Tax Reform Group and Child Poverty Action Group follows a technical and qualitative study of the tax, tax credit and social security systems and barriers to employment. Our research included interviews with a number of individuals in receipt of tax credits and social security benefits in, out of and contemplating work....