LRD guides and handbook April 2018

State benefits and tax credits 2018

Chapter 3

Other benefits


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If you are receiving IS or income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, you, your partner and any children you are claiming for, may be entitled to free NHS prescriptions, free NHS eye tests, and free NHS dental care. In addition, your child/children may be entitled to free school meals (and free school milk) and some local councils provide help with the cost of school clothing, including PE kit. Citizens Advice provides advice on help with school costs on its website.