Childcare costs


There is an additional element of support to help towards a percentage of the costs of registered childcare. This is 85% of childcare costs, capped at £646.35 a month for one child or £1,108.04 for two or more children per month. This is available to all lone parents and couples where both members work, regardless of the number of hours they work. There is no longer a requirement to work at least 16 hours.



Those without earnings or other income receive the basic UC allowance plus any additions relevant to their circumstances. For those with earnings or other income, this is taken into account.