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## Not entitled to the minimum wage The following types of workers aren’t entitled to the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage: * members of the armed forces * family members of the employer living in the employer’s home * non-family members living in the employer’s home who share in the work and leisure act...
The land is cropland.
Am I entitled to the National Minimum Wage?
3Clarification needed
Are you a member of the armed forces?
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https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage/who-gets-the-minimum-wage
## North Korea The banned luxury goods for North Korea are: * truffles and goods containing truffles * high quality wines and spirits * caviar and caviar substitutes * pure bred horses
I am a 56 year old man from the United States with my own export business. The product in question is speakers.
Can I export this product to North Korea?
Q: Is your product truffles or goods containing truffles? A: No Q: Is your product high quality wines and spirits? A: No Q: Are you exporting a pure bred horse? A: No Q: Is your product caviar or a caviar substitute? A: No
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https://www.gov.uk/guidance/export-luxury-goods-to-north-korea-or-syria-special-rules
### If you export the same type of product again You can use the same certificate if your EHC number is still up to date. Check you have the most recent version in the latest EHC list (PDF, 299KB, 70 pages) . If you don’t, contact the APHA Centre for International Trade Carlisle.
I still have my EHC, and when I get back into exporting I'll be sending out the same items. I'm just not sure that I'm making what I should be.
Can I use the same certificate?
Q: Do you plan to export the same type of product again? A: Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/guidance/export-food-and-agricultural-products-special-rules
# 5. Illness and injury benefits You can carry on getting contribution-based ESA for up to 26 weeks if you’re going abroad for medical treatment for yourself or your child.
I am staying in the UK for medical treatment
Can I get contribution-based ESA?
3Clarification needed
Are you going abroad for medical treatment for child?
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https://www.gov.uk/claim-benefits-abroad/illness-injury-benefits
# 3. Eligibility You may get Cold Weather Payments if you’re getting: * Income Support * income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance * income-related Employment and Support Allowance * Pension Credit
I don't get any benefits at all.
Could I get Cold Weather Payments?
Q: Are you getting a Pension Credit? A: No Q: Do you get Income Support? A: No Q: Do you get an ncome-based Jobseeker’s Allowance? A: No Q: Do you get income-related Employment and Support Allowance A: No
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https://www.gov.uk/cold-weather-payment/eligibility
## Sanctionable benefits The following benefits can be reduced or stopped if you commit benefit fraud: * Industrial Injuries Reduced Earnings Allowance * Income Support * Industrial Death Benefit * Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit
I do not have income support, and am not applying to HFRP, but I receive an industrial death benefit. I am a veteran who was awarded the Medal of Honor, and I donated through gift aid.
Can this benefit be reduced or stopped?
Q: Do you get an industrial death benefit? A: Yes Q: Do you have income support? A: No
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/benefit-fraud
## If you did not work in Washington state You cannot apply for unemployment benefits in Washington or file weekly claims here if you did not work in this state during the past 18 months. The only exceptions are if you were in the military or worked for the federal government.
I am a 43 year old man from the United States. I did work in Washington state for 4 months during the past 18 months.
Can I apply for unemployment benefits in Washington?
Q: Did you work in Washinton state during the past 18 months? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://esd.wa.gov/unemployment/basic-eligibility-requirements
## Checklist You may get a higher rate of Family Tax Benefit Part B if you’re returning to work for the first time since: * the birth of your child, or * your child entered your care
I believe that I am fully capable of repaying the loan
Can I apply for a higher rate of Family Tax Benefit Part B?
Q: Are you returning to work for the first time since the birth of your child? A: No
3Clarification needed
Are you returning to work after your child entered your care?
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https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/subjects/after-your-baby-born
# 3. Eligibility You must: * be at least 16 and under 19 on 31 August 2017 * study at a publicly funded school or college, or be on an unpaid training course * meet the residency requirements - your school or college can check this
I'm eighteen right now and I'll be nineteen in July. I have some questions about the bursary.
Am I eligible for 16 to 19 Bursary Fund?
Q: Are you at least 16 and under 19 on 31 August 2017? A: Yes Q: Do you study at a publicly funded school or college? A: No
3Clarification needed
Are you on an unpaid training course?
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https://www.gov.uk/1619-bursary-fund/eligibility
The maximum term allowed for a microloan is six years. However, loan terms vary according to the size of the loan, the planned use of funds, the requirements of the intermediary lender, and the needs of the small business borrower. Interest rates vary, depending upon the intermediary lender and costs to the intermediar...
I am a 47 year old man from the United States. I do not need a microloan for six years, but rather ten years.
Do the loan terms meet my needs?
Q: Do you need a microloan for six years? A: No
1No
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/1501
## What happens if you’re suspected of benefit fraud You’ll be contacted by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the Service and Personnel and Veterans Agency or your local authority if you’re suspected of fraud.
I've never been suspected of benefit fraud, and hope to never be
Will I be contacted by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)?
Q: Are you suspected of benefit fraud? A: No
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/benefit-fraud
## North Korea The banned luxury goods for North Korea are: * high quality cigars and cigarillos * luxury perfumes, toilet waters, cosmetics, make up and beauty products * high quality leather goods - for example, handbags travel goods and saddlery * high quality clothes, clothing accessories and shoes
I want to export notebooks to North Korea. Not computers, I want to send my cousin paper notebooks.
Can I export this product to North Korea?
Q: Are they luxury perfumes, toilet waters, cosmetics, make up and beauty products? A: No Q: Is it high quality cigars and cigarillos? A: No
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/guidance/export-luxury-goods-to-north-korea-or-syria-special-rules
## What happens if you’re suspected of benefit fraud You’ll be contacted by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the Service and Personnel and Veterans Agency or your local authority if you’re suspected of fraud.
Will I be contacted by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)?
Q: Are you suspected of benefit fraud? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/benefit-fraud
## Your child is under 16 If your child has a baby, you can make the claim for both of them if they live with you. The money will be paid to you.
I have questions about tax credits. Fortunately, both of them have lived with me for 20 years.
Can I claim and deal with tax credits for this person?
Q: Are they a child uner 16? A: Yes Q: Do your child have a baby? A: Yes Q: Do they both live with you? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/getting-help-with-your-tax-credits-claim/claim-on-behalf-of-your-child
## Cooperatives No cooperative may be located in any of the following areas: * Within one mile of a marijuana retailer; * Within the smaller of either: ** 1,000 feet of schools, playgrounds, recreation centers, daycare centers, or any facility restricted to people 21 years or older, or ** The area restricted by ordin...
I was caring for my sick aunt for about 25 hours every week and getting support payments from the government for doing it but the location her and I selected was about six miles from any marijuana retailers.
Can I have a cooperative in this location?
Q: Is the location within one mile of a marijuana retailer? A: No
3Clarification needed
Is the location within the smaller of either: 1,000 feet of schools, playgrounds, recreation centers, daycare centers, or any facility restricted to people 21 years or older, or the area restricted by ordinances?
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https://www.doh.wa.gov/YouandYourFamily/Marijuana/MedicalMarijuana/PatientInformation/Cooperatives
## Claim expenses You may be able to claim for reasonable expenses for going to the tribunal, for example: * travel expenses to cover your fare if you get there using public transport * travel expenses of 12p per mile if you drive, plus 2p per mile for up to 2 passengers * meals - £4.25 if you’re away for more than 5...
I have questions about claims. I will be heading to the tribunal soon.
Can I claim this expense?
3Clarification needed
Is it a travel expense to cover your fare if you get there using public transport?
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https://www.gov.uk/social-security-child-support-tribunal/what-happens-at-the-hearing
The Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) pays a yearly rental payment in exchange for farmers removing environmentally sensitive land from agricultural production and planting species that will improve environmental quality.
I am very curious about item eligibility. The item in question is a resuscitation training dummy.
Can I set end dated for deductions?
2Irrelevant
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/340
Educational and Career Counseling can help you: * Assess your vocational interests, aptitudes and abilities * Explore career opportunities * Obtain guidance on effective use of VA benefits and resources to achieve education and career goals * Address barriers that may impede success in training or employment
I know what I want to do and VA can get me there, I just want to know what kind of training they can offer me.
Can Educational and Career Counseling help me?
Q: Do you want to address barriers that may impede success in training or employment? A: Yes Q: Do you need to assess your vocational interests, aptitudes, and abilities? A: No Q: Do you want to explore career opportunities? A: No Q: Do you want to obtain guidance on ffective use of VA benefits and resources to achieve...
0Yes
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/780
# Tax if you leave the UK to live abroad You must tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) if you’re either: * going to work abroad full-time for at least one full tax year * leaving the UK to live abroad permanently
I'm leaving the UK, but I'll be back next year. I'll only be gone for about six months.
Do need to tell HM Revenue and Customs about this?
Q: Are you going to work abroad full-time for at least one full tax year? A: Yes Q: Are you leaving the UK to live abroad permanently? A: No
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/tax-right-retire-abroad-return-to-uk
## Countries outside the EEA Bereavement Support Payment: * USA
Can I claim bereavement benefits?
Q: Are you in the USA? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/claim-benefits-abroad/bereavement-benefits
Outpatient dental treatment is available to eligible Veterans and may include the full spectrum of diagnostic, surgical, restorative, and preventive procedures. In many cases, however, the law permits only limited kinds of care.
I pulled a six year tour in the swamps of Cambodia during the Vietnam War before and I was barely old enough to drink legally when I did it.
Is outpatient dental treatment available to me?
0Yes
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/300
## Claim expenses You may be able to claim for reasonable expenses for going to the tribunal, for example: * travel expenses to cover your fare if you get there using public transport * travel expenses of 12p per mile if you drive, plus 2p per mile for up to 2 passengers * meals - £4.25 if you’re away for more than 5...
I am currently filling out an online form to claim travel expenses of $24,000 incurred when I drove my own car for 2,000 miles. I am an amputee in my left leg but am able to drive independently using a specially customized car. In fact, I was driving by myself during those 2,000 miles and I quite enjoyed it!
Can I claim this expense?
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/social-security-child-support-tribunal/what-happens-at-the-hearing
Educational and Career Counseling can help you: * Assess your vocational interests, aptitudes and abilities * Explore career opportunities * Obtain guidance on effective use of VA benefits and resources to achieve education and career goals * Address barriers that may impede success in training or employment
I am not a vet, but I wish to explore my career opportunities. I do not require any other services.
Can Educational and Career Counseling help me?
Q: Do you need to assess your vocational interests, aptitudes, and abilities? A: No
0Yes
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/780
### Your obligations Businesses that use Centrepay need to: * layby services * financial and privacy laws * licensing and accreditation * registration
I am a 45 year old man with my own business. My business does have licensing and accreditation and uses layby services. We do not follow financial and privacy laws.
Can my Business use Centrepay?
Q: Do you have licensing and accreditation? A: Yes Q: Do you use layby services? A: Yes Q: Do you follow financial and privacy laws? A: No
1No
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https://www.humanservices.gov.au/organisations/business/services/centrelink/centrepay-businesses
### Parenting Payment * can’t claim before the birth of a child * meet residence rules * have income under the limits * meet principal carer rules and care for a child under 8 if you’re single or under 6 if you’re partnered
I doesn't know about his eligibility for the Parenting Payment. My income seems to be well above the limits, as I bring in a lot of money.
Am I eligible for the Parenting Payment?
Q: Is your income under the limits? A: No
1No
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https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/families
## If you get Adult Dependency Increase If you’re a man claiming the increase for your wife, you’ll stop receiving the increase when she reaches State Pension age. You don’t need to tell the Pension Service about this.
I am applying for adult dependency increase. I am able to claim my wife as an adult dependent.
Could the adult dependency increase I receive stop?
Q: Are you a man claiming an increase for your wife? A: No
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/state-pension/circumstances-change
## Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) You may also be able to claim it in: * Kosovo * Montenegro * Serbia * Turkey
Does this program meet my needs? Does this program apply to me?
2Irrelevant
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https://www.gov.uk/claim-benefits-abroad/maternity-and-childcare-benefits
Family Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance Coverage (FSGLI) is a component of the Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance (SGLI) program. It provides coverage for spouses and children of Servicemembers insured under SGLI. Non-military spouses are covered automatically for $100,000 or the amount of the member's coverage, ...
This loan is for the construction and repair of housing for domestic farm laborers but my email application will not let me attach any files at this time.
Does this insurance cover my need?
Q: Are you the spouse or child of a Servicemember insured under SGLI? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/590
### Browser requirements for Aged Care Online Services Your browser needs to be set to allow Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), cookies and JavaScript. Most browsers are supplied with SSL, cookies and JavaScript turned on. You shouldn’t need to change these settings. If you need to change these settings you can find more inf...
I am curious about Aged Care Online Services. Fortunately, I recently set my browser to allow JavaScript all the time.
Can I access the Aged Care Online Services in my browser?
3Clarification needed
Is your browser set to allow Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)?
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https://www.humanservices.gov.au/organisations/health-professionals/services/medicare/online-claiming-aged-care-providers
Reservists and National Guard members who are activated for Federal service OR who die/become disabled while on training status are considered Veterans.
Does benefit cap apply to me?
2Irrelevant
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/288
# 1. Overview If you were born on or before 5 August 1953 you could get between £100 and £300 to help you pay your heating bills. This is known as a ‘Winter Fuel Payment’.
By birthday is August 3rd, 1950.
Can I get Winter Fuel Payment?
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/winter-fuel-payment
Clothing Allowance is an annual sum of money paid to any Veteran who, because of a service-connected disability: * Uses medication, which a physician has prescribed for a skin condition that is due to a service-connected disability and causes irreparable damage to the Veteran's outer garments * Wears or uses a prosthe...
I was lucky enough to come away from my service in the Army with all of my body parts intact, but I was sprayed with a chemical that caused incurable nerve damage to my neck. My doctor prescribed a pain ointment that over time leaves greasy patches on my shirt collars. The greasy patches never seem to wash out complete...
Can I receive Clothing allowance?
0Yes
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/4743
## Claim expenses You may be able to claim for reasonable expenses for going to the tribunal, for example: * travel expenses of 12p per mile if you drive, plus 2p per mile for up to 2 passengers * travel expenses to cover your fare if you get there using public transport * loss of earnings - £37.06 if you’re away fro...
I was in trouble ten years ago. I didn't serve time, but I was convicted of pension fraud.
Can I claim this expense?
Q: Are the expenses travel expenses of 12p per mile if you drive, plus 2p per mile for up to 2 passengers? A: No Q: Are you going to tribunal? A: No Q: Is it a travel expense to cover your fare if you get there using public transport? A: No
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/social-security-child-support-tribunal/what-happens-at-the-hearing
### Universal Credit You usually can’t get Universal Credit and Housing Benefit at the same time (unless you’re in certain kinds of supported housing). You can get help paying for housing with your Universal Credit payment instead. You’ll have to pay rent to your landlord directly.
I currently live in supported housing with my husband of ten years.
Can I get Universal Credit and Housing Benefit at the same time?
Q: Are you in certain kinds of supported housing? A: Yes
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/housing-benefit/how-to-claim
## How you’re paid Usually, you’re paid from the date of your claim up to the end of the tax year (5 April).
I have questions regarding pay. Fortunately, it was the end of the tax year when I decided to file my claim.
Will I be paid this month?
Q: is the date of your claim the end of the tax year? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/working-tax-credit/what-youll-get
# Find Affordable Rental Housing Public Housing provides affordable rental houses or apartments for low-income families, people who are elderly, and people with disabilities. To apply, contact a public housing agency in your state.
I am a 24 year old woman in good health currently residing and working in London.
Can I get Public Housing?
3Clarification needed
Are you a low-income family?
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https://www.usa.gov/finding-home
## At the hearing You (and anyone you’ve brought to take part in the hearing) may be asked questions by: * your representative (if you have one), such as a lawyer, friend, family member or someone from an advice centre * the government department or council’s representative (known as the ‘presenting officer’) * a pan...
The person is not my representative.
Will I be asked questions by this person?
Q: Is this person the judge? A: Yes Q: Is this person a panel of experts - who they are depends on what the case is about? A: No Q: Is this person your representative (if you have one), such as a lawyer, friend, family member or someone from an advice centre? A: No Q: Is this person the government department or council...
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/social-security-child-support-tribunal/what-happens-at-the-hearing
### The State Second Pension since 2002 You contributed through your National Insurance contributions if at any time between 6 April 2002 and 5 April 2016 you were: * working as a registered foster carer and claiming Carer’s Credit * employed and earning at least the lower earnings limit - this was £5,824 in the 2015...
I was looking after my grandmother 24 hours a day which is why I have been requesting financial assistance for taking care of her.
Have I contributed through my National Insurance contributions?
Q: Were you caring for a sick or disabled person more than 20 hours a week and claiming Carer’s Credit? A: Yes Q: Did you make contributions between 6 April 2002 and 5 April 2016? A: No Q: Were you looking after children under 12 and claiming Child Benefit? A: No
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/additional-state-pension/eligibility
# 4. Moving to the UK You must have been living in the UK for 3 months before you’re eligible to claim Child Tax Credit if you moved to the UK on or after 1 July 2014 and don’t have a job. This doesn’t apply if you: * were working in the UK before but temporarily can’t work because of your health or an accident * ha...
I was working, but I got laid off. I haven't worked in two months.
Am I eligible to claim Child Tax Credit?
3Clarification needed
Have you been living in the UK for 3 months before you’re eligible to claim Child Tax Credit ?
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https://www.gov.uk/tax-credits-if-moving-country-or-travelling/moving-to-the-uk
## At the hearing You (and anyone you’ve brought to take part in the hearing) may be asked questions by: * your representative (if you have one), such as a lawyer, friend, family member or someone from an advice centre * the government department or council’s representative (known as the ‘presenting officer’) * a pan...
The person is not my representative.
Will I be asked questions by this person?
3Clarification needed
Is this person the government department or council’s representative (known as the ‘presenting officer’)?
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https://www.gov.uk/social-security-child-support-tribunal/what-happens-at-the-hearing
## Benefits this applies to You can ask for mandatory reconsideration for benefits including: * Maternity Allowance * Pension Credit * Personal Independence Payment (PIP) * Sure Start Maternity Grant
The rent is $300 above the average rent in the area.
Can I ask for mandatory reconsideration for this benefit?
3Clarification needed
Is this benefit Maternity Allowance?
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https://www.gov.uk/mandatory-reconsideration
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must meet the following requirements: * Be at least 62 years old and not currently married * Be divorced from a person who receives Social Security retirement or disability benefits * Have been married to that person for at least 10 years before the date the divorce be...
Do I qualify for this benefit program?
Q: Are you at least 62 years old? A: Yes
3Clarification needed
Are you divorced from a person who receives Social Security retirement or disability benefits?
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/4388
# 4. Nominating a home If you nominate a property as your main home you qualify for relief for most of the time you live away. You must have lived in the home as your only or main residence at some point while you owned it.
My husband and I want to apply together. We lived in two different homes through out the year.
Do I qualify for relief for most of the time I live away
3Clarification needed
Did you nominate a property as your main home?
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https://www.gov.uk/tax-sell-home/nominating-a-home
# 5. Illness and injury benefits You can carry on getting contribution-based ESA for up to 26 weeks if you’re going abroad for medical treatment for yourself or your child.
I live here, but will be leaving for about two months at the end of the year. I have to get a treatment done that they don't do in this country.
Can I get contribution-based ESA?
Q: Are you going abroad for medical treatment for yourself? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/claim-benefits-abroad/illness-injury-benefits
## About Medicare provider numbers Your Medicare provider number is used to identify you and your practice location when processing claims. You may need more than one Medicare provider number if you provide health services in different locations.
Will I need multiple Medicare provider numbers?
3Clarification needed
Are you using health services in different locations?
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https://www.humanservices.gov.au/organisations/health-professionals/services/medicare/medicare-provider-number-health-professionals
### If you reached State Pension age on or after 6 April 2016 You can’t inherit your spouse or civil partner’s Additional State Pension if either: * your spouse or civil partner died on or after 6 April 2016 and reached (or would have reached) State Pension age on or after 6 April 2016 * you started your marriage or ...
My husband I were just married last fall, in August of 2017.
Can I inherit my spouse’s Additional State Pension?
Q: Did your spouse or civil partner die on or after 6 April 2016? A: Yes Q: Did your spouse or civil partner reach (or would have reached) State Pension age on or after 6 April 2016? A: No
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/additional-state-pension/inheriting
# 4. Moving to the UK You must have been living in the UK for 3 months before you’re eligible to claim Child Tax Credit if you moved to the UK on or after 1 July 2014 and don’t have a job. This doesn’t apply if you: * were made redundant in the UK (or your family member was) and you’re looking for a job or in traini...
I moved to Kingston upon Hull about a year ago and have been looking for a better place to live ever since.
Am I eligible to claim Child Tax Credit?
Q: Have you been given leave to stay as a displaced person and you can get benefits? A: Yes Q: Have you been living in the UK 3 months before your eligibility? A: Yes
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/tax-credits-if-moving-country-or-travelling/moving-to-the-uk
## If your course starts before 1 August 2016 You must be 24 or older on the first day of your course.
Yes, I'd like to volunteer with animals. No, I have never committed any kind of fraud.
Am I eligible?
Q: Does your course start before 1 August 2016? A: No
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan/eligibility
## If your course starts before 1 August 2016 Your course must be: * a Level 3 or 4 qualification, for example A Levels * at an approved college or training provider in England
My course starts 1 July 2016. My course is a level 2 qualification. My course is at an approved college in England. I did not turn off the engine.
Am I eligible?
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan/eligibility
### Restrictions The designated provider is prohibited from consuming marijuana obtained for the personal, medical use of the qualifying patient for whom the individual is acting as designated provider.
I am not the designated provider of the marijuana.
Can I consume this marijuana?
3Clarification needed
Are you the qualifying patient?
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https://www.doh.wa.gov/YouandYourFamily/Marijuana/MedicalMarijuana/PatientInformation/DesignatedProvider
### Your responsibilities Any tax credits the person gets are paid directly into your bank account. If you make a false or misleading statement you may be charged a penalty.
While at the police station, I made a statement that was not true. I'm now wondering if I'm going to be charged in any way for spreading misinformation.
Can I get charged a penalty?
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/getting-help-with-your-tax-credits-claim/appointees
## Guarantee Credit To qualify for Guarantee Credit: * you must live in England, Scotland or Wales * you or your partner must have reached Pension Credit qualifying age
I do not live in England, but I do live in Scotland
Do I qualify for Guarantee Credit?
Q: Have you or your partner reached the pension credit qualifying age? A: No Q: Do you live in England? A: No Q: Do you live in Scotland or Wales? A: Yes
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/pension-credit/eligibility
The maximum length of the loan is 25 years for real estate and seven years for working capital. The maximum loan amount is $2 million.
Does the loan meet my needs?
Q: Is the loan for working capital? A: Yes Q: Did you need a loan over $2 million? A: No Q: Do you need a loan for longer than 25 years? A: No Q: is the loan for real estate? A: No
0Yes
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/1497
## What happens next Your application may be passed to an expert adviser in a national museum or gallery. If they’re against the export on the grounds of national importance, your application will be sent to the Reviewing Committee.
I was born in Germany. My parents were butchers. My application is against national importance.
Will my application be sent to the Reviewing Committee?
Q: Is your application against national importance? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/guidance/export-art-antiques-and-cultural-goods-special-rules
# 8. Cancel registration You must cancel your registration if you’re no longer eligible to be VAT registered.
A loved one recently passed and I have a question about possibly needing to contact Debt Management Recovery From Estates? There are no documents indicating that the deceased shouldn't have gotten the benefits they did, but I wanted to play it safe and ask anyway.
Do I have to cancel my registration?
Q: Are you no longer eligible to be VAT registered? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/vat-registration/cancel-registration
## Your pay The work must last at least 4 weeks (or you must expect it to last 4 weeks) and must be paid.
Am I eligible for Working Tax Credit?
3Clarification needed
Did you last at least 4 weeks?
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https://www.gov.uk/working-tax-credit/eligibility
# 8. Family members You can apply to bring a dependant to the UK if you’re: * sponsored by a higher education institution on a course at level 7 on the Ofqual register or above that lasts 1 year or more * a new government-sponsored student on a course that lasts longer than 6 months * a Doctorate Extension Scheme st...
I'm going to be attending school for the first time. I got my paperwork saying that the government will sponsor me.
Can I apply to bring a dependant to the UK?
Q: Are you sponsored buy a higher education institution on a level 7 or higher course? A: No Q: Are you a new government-sponsored student? A: Yes Q: Will your course last longer than 6 months? A: No
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/tier-4-general-visa/family-members
### You’re from Macedonia You can’t normally get Child Tax Credit. However, you may be able to if you’ve been getting payments for your children through Income Support or income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance.
May I be able to get Child Tax Credit?
Q: Are you from Macedonnia? A: Yes
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/tax-credits-if-moving-country-or-travelling/immigration-control
### Appeal to the Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber You must then follow 3 steps.
Can I ask the Upper Tribunal (Administrative Appeals Chamber) for permission to appeal?
Q: Do you want to follow 3 steps? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/social-security-child-support-tribunal/get-a-decision
# 1. Eligibility You need to ask for mandatory reconsideration (by letter or phone) within 1 month of the date of the decision.
I know that I'm eligible for it
Am I an independent contractor?
2Irrelevant
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https://www.gov.uk/mandatory-reconsideration
# 2. Eligibility Your work can be: * for someone else, as a worker or employee * as someone who’s self-employed * a mixture of the two
Can I nominate to be an authorised representative for my mother?
2Irrelevant
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https://www.gov.uk/working-tax-credit/eligibility
# 1. Overview You don’t pay tax on things like: * rent you get from a lodger in your house that’s below the rent a room limit
I rent out a room in my house. It is below the rent a room limit.
Do I pay tax on rent I get from a lodger?
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/income-tax
## Your child is under 16 If your child has a baby, you can make the claim for both of them if they live with you. The money will be paid to you.
My 15 year old daughter recently had a baby. Since they are both residing with me, I will claim them on my taxes.
Can I claim and deal with tax credits for this person?
Q: Are they a child uner 16? A: Yes
3Clarification needed
Do they both live with you?
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https://www.gov.uk/getting-help-with-your-tax-credits-claim/claim-on-behalf-of-your-child
## General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must have worked in Indiana during the past 12 to 18 months, and have earned at least a minimum amount of wages as determined by our guidelines. You must also be able to work and available for work each week that you are collecting benef...
I am a 34 year old woman who worked in India 2 months ago. I do have a minimum amount of wages as determined by your guidelines.
Do I qualify for this benefit program?
Q: Have you worked in Indiana during the past 12 to 18 months? A: Yes Q: Have you at least a minimum amount of wages as determined by our guidelines? A: Yes Q: Are you able to work and available for work each week that you are collecting benefits? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/1707
The Social Security Divorced Spouse Benefits are a federally funded program administered by the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). These benefits are paid to divorced spouses of workers who are receiving (or are eligible to receive) Social Security benefits.
I am a 22 year old divorced man from the United States who is curious about a program. I'll be 23 when I start my course.
Is this program suitable for me?
Q: Are you divorced? A: Yes Q: Is your ex-spouse receiving Social Security benefits? A: No
1No
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/4388
## Exceptions If you commit benefit fraud and you get any of the following, none of your payments can be stopped or reduced: * Statutory Maternity Pay * Maternity Allowance * Statutory Paternity Pay * Statutory Adoption Pay
I get pay for taking care of an adopted child
Can this payment be stopped or reduced?
Q: Do you get Maternity Allowance? A: No Q: Do you get Statutory Adoption Pay? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/benefit-fraud
If you are in a declared disaster area and have experienced damage to your business, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Small Business Administration (SBA). Businesses of any size and most private nonprofit organizations may apply to the SBA for a loan to recover after a disaster.
Does the SBA loan meet my needs?
3Clarification needed
Are you a business?
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/1505
### Employment and Support Allowance, Income Support or Jobseeker’s Allowance Contact Jobcentre Plus to claim Housing Benefit along with your application for the following benefits: * Employment and Support Allowance * Income Support * Jobseeker’s Allowance
Do I need to contact Jobcentre Plus to claim Housing Benefit along with my application for this benefit?
Q: Is it for an Employment and Support Allowance? A: No Q: Is it for Income Support? A: No
3Clarification needed
Is it for Jobseeker’s Allowance?
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https://www.gov.uk/housing-benefit/how-to-claim
# 2. Eligibility You must have: * an unconditional offer of a place on a course with a licensed Tier 4 sponsor * enough money to support yourself and pay for your course - the amount will vary depending on your circumstances
I still have to meet the academic requirements before I can be accepted and start my courses at Cambridge.
Am I eligible for a Tier 4 (General) student visa?
Q: Do you have an unconditional offer of a place on a course with a licensed Tier 4 sponsor? A: No
3Clarification needed
Do you have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course?
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https://www.gov.uk/tier-4-general-visa/eligibility
## Guarantee Credit To qualify for Guarantee Credit: * you must live in England, Scotland or Wales * you or your partner must have reached Pension Credit qualifying age
Yes, I moved to Scotland five years ago when I met the love of my life. No, he can no longer do anything for himself.
Do I qualify for Guarantee Credit?
3Clarification needed
Have you or your partner reached the pension credit qualifying age?
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https://www.gov.uk/pension-credit/eligibility
## Benefits this applies to You can ask for mandatory reconsideration for benefits including: * Bereavement Allowance * Attendance Allowance * child maintenance (sometimes known as ‘child support’) * Carer’s Allowance
It doesn't consist of attendance or bereavement allowance, but it is carer's allowance
Can I ask for mandatory reconsideration for this benefit?
Q: Is it an attendance allowance? A: No
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/mandatory-reconsideration
## Benefits that can’t be reduced or stopped The following benefits can’t be reduced or stopped if you commit benefit fraud: * Guardian’s Allowance * Industrial Injuries Constant Attendance Allowance (where a Disablement Pension is payable) * Industrial Injuries Exceptionally Severe Disablement Allowance (where a Dis...
I should be known that I did in the past commit benefit fraud
Can this benefit reduced or stopped?
Q: Is the benefit a Guardian's allowance? A: Yes
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/benefit-fraud
# Export animal bones, protein and other by-products: special rules You need a commercial document to move animal by-products within the EU. You must use TRACES to create it if you’re moving: * category 1 or category 2 animal by-products - including meat and bone meal (MBM) or animal fat derived from them * processe...
I'll be transporting a container full of cows’ spinal cords and digestive tract content.
Do I need to use TRACES to create a commercial document?
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/guidance/export-animal-bones-protein-and-other-by-products-special-rules
### The State Second Pension since 2002 You contributed through your National Insurance contributions if at any time between 6 April 2002 and 5 April 2016 you were: * employed and earning at least the lower earnings limit - this was £5,824 in the 2015 to 2016 tax year * looking after children under 12 and claiming Ch...
I don't have any kids, but I do foster. I'm between placements right now.
Have I contributed through my National Insurance contributions?
Q: Did you make contributions between 6 April 2002 and 5 April 2016? A: No Q: Were you looking after children under 12 and claiming Child Benefit? A: No Q: Were you caring for a sick or disabled person more than 20 hours a week and claiming Carer’s Credit? A: No Q: Were you working as a registered foster carer and cla...
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/additional-state-pension/eligibility
## Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) You may also be able to claim it in: * Barbados * Bosnia and Herzegovina * Israel * Channel Islands
I currently live in Israel.
Can I claim SMP?
Q: Are you in Bosnia and Herzegovina? A: No Q: Are you in Israel? A: Yes Q: Are you in Barbados? A: No
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/claim-benefits-abroad/maternity-and-childcare-benefits
# Export animal semen, ova and embryos: special rules To move germplasm within the EU, you must: * apply for an Intra Trade Animal Health certificate (ITAHC) * register your premises
I have my Intra Trade Animal Health Certificate, yeah
Can I export germplasm?
Q: Do you have an ITAHC? A: Yes
3Clarification needed
Have you registered your premises?
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https://www.gov.uk/guidance/export-animal-semen-ova-and-embryos-special-rules
### The State Second Pension since 2002 You contributed through your National Insurance contributions if at any time between 6 April 2002 and 5 April 2016 you were: * employed and earning at least the lower earnings limit - this was £5,824 in the 2015 to 2016 tax year * looking after children under 12 and claiming Ch...
Have I contributed through my National Insurance contributions?
Q: Did you make contributions between 6 April 2002 and 5 April 2016? A: No
3Clarification needed
Were you looking after children under 12 and claiming Child Benefit?
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https://www.gov.uk/additional-state-pension/eligibility
# 6. Immigration control You may be able to get Child Tax Credit if you’re either working in the UK or you’re not working because you’re: * pregnant or looking after children * sick or disabled or your partner has died * retired
I sell Christmas trees for a living in New York. I dream of the day when I can retire.
May I be able to get Child Tax Credit?
Q: Are you looking after children? A: No Q: Are you not working because you are sick or disabled? A: No Q: Are you retired? A: No Q: Are you working in the UK? A: No Q: Are you pregnant? A: No Q: Has your partner died? A: No
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/tax-credits-if-moving-country-or-travelling/immigration-control
Eligible applicants may obtain direct loans for up to a maximum indebtedness of $300,000 and a direct operating Microloan for up to a maximum indebtedness of $50,000. Maximum indebtedness for a guaranteed loan is $1,399,000 (amount adjusted annually for inflation). The repayment term may vary, but typically it will not...
I need to take out a loan for a major real estate over haul on my house.
Can I use the loan for this expense?
Q: Will the loan be used for normal operating expenses? A: No
1No
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/347
## Guarantee Credit To qualify for Guarantee Credit: * you or your partner must have reached Pension Credit qualifying age * you must live in England, Scotland or Wales
My husband and I are both old enough to get pension, we don't qualify for any other benefits though.
Do I qualify for Guarantee Credit?
Q: Do you live in Scotland or Wales? A: Yes Q: Do you live in England? A: No
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/pension-credit/eligibility
In order to be eligible for this benefit, you must be a commercial fisherman. Fishermen who can prove that they suffered losses in income due to inability or reduced capacity to fish as a result of the damage sustained by oil and gas obstructions on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf may be eligible for compensation for ...
Am I eligible for this benefit?
Q: Are you a commercial fisherman? A: Yes
3Clarification needed
Did you suffer losses in income due to inability or reduced capacity to fish as a result of the damage sustained by oil and gas obstructions on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/2700
## Log on If you are registered, log on to the Centrelink Information Exchange Service to access your secure web mailbox.
Can I access my secure web mailbox?
Q: Are you registered? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.humanservices.gov.au/organisations/business/services/centrelink/centrelink-information-exchange-service
## Claim expenses You may be able to claim for reasonable expenses for going to the tribunal, for example: * travel expenses to cover your fare if you get there using public transport * travel expenses of 12p per mile if you drive, plus 2p per mile for up to 2 passengers * meals - £4.25 if you’re away for more than 5...
It is a loss of earnings.
Can I claim this expense?
Q: Are the expenses travel expenses of 12p per mile if you drive, plus 2p per mile for up to 2 passengers? A: No Q: Is it a travel expense to cover your fare if you get there using public transport? A: No Q: is it a meal? A: No Q: Are you going to tribunal? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/social-security-child-support-tribunal/what-happens-at-the-hearing
Eligible applicants may obtain direct loans for up to a maximum indebtedness of $300,000 and a direct operating Microloan for up to a maximum indebtedness of $50,000. Maximum indebtedness for a guaranteed loan is $1,399,000 (amount adjusted annually for inflation). The repayment term may vary, but typically it will not...
I need the money to help. I have medical problems to see about.
Can I use the loan for this expense?
Q: Will the loan be used for normal operating expenses? A: No
3Clarification needed
Will it be used for minor real estate repairs?
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/347
## Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) If you work in a different country, you can still get SMP as long as your employer pays UK National Insurance contributions for you.
I live in the UK half the year, but I work in France. My company pays my insurance contributions on my behalf.
Can I get SMP?
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/claim-benefits-abroad/maternity-and-childcare-benefits
## Returning to work Employees have the right to return to their job if they take: * Paternity Leave * only 26 weeks of Maternity or Adoption Leave * only 26 weeks of Shared Parental Leave (between both parents) * 4 weeks or less of unpaid Parental Leave
I never took paternal leave. My wife and I still live together in our home.
Do I have the right to return to my job?
Q: Have you taken paternity leave? A: No
3Clarification needed
Are you on maternity leave?
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https://www.gov.uk/employee-rights-when-on-leave
### Your obligations Businesses that use Centrepay need to: * layby services * registration * licensing and accreditation * financial and privacy laws
I want to distribute an amphetamine but my business is not registered yet.
Can my Business use Centrepay?
Q: Do you have licensing and accreditation? A: Yes Q: Do you use layby services? A: Yes Q: Do you follow financial and privacy laws? A: Yes
1No
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https://www.humanservices.gov.au/organisations/business/services/centrelink/centrepay-businesses
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides a one-time payment to disabled Veterans of no more than $19,817 toward the purchase of an automobile or other transportation. Additionally, the VA will pay for adaptive equipment, or for repair, replacement, and reinstallation of automobile equipment required because of ...
I was honorably discharged and have been a veteran for 25 years. During combat I was injured and both of my legs were amputated. I do not need help purchasing an automobile but I do need to purchase adaptive equipment for my vehicle. I have never received this payment before. Can the VA help me purchase automobile peda...
Can the VA help me with this purchase?
Q: Are you a Veteran? A: Yes Q: Have you received this payment before? A: No Q: Are you disabled? A: Yes Q: Is the purchase for an automobile? A: No Q: Is the purchase for adaptive equipment, or for repair, replacement, and reinstallation of automobile equipment required because of disability? A: Yes
0Yes
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/278
## Benefits this applies to You can ask for mandatory reconsideration for benefits including: * Compensation Recovery Scheme (including NHS recovery claims) * Diffuse Mesotheliomia Payment Scheme * Disability Living Allowance * Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
Can I ask for mandatory reconsideration for this benefit?
Q: Is this benefit a Compensation Recovery Scheme (including NHS recovery claims)? A: No Q: Is this benefit a Diffuse Mesotheliomia Payment Scheme? A: No
3Clarification needed
Is this benefit a Disability Living Allowance?
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https://www.gov.uk/mandatory-reconsideration
# 2. Eligibility You qualify for a Winter Fuel Payment if both the following apply: * you were born on or before 5 August 1953 * you’ll be living in the UK for at least one day during the week of 18 to 24 September 2017 - this is called the ‘qualifying week’
I take care of a neighbor's child full time, but they are not related to my family in any way.
Can I qualify for a Winter Fuel Payment?
Q: Were you born on or before 5 August 1953? A: No
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/winter-fuel-payment/eligibility
## Countries outside the EEA Bereavement Support Payment: * New Zealand * the Philippines * Serbia * Turkey
I am a share fishermen in China
Can I claim bereavement benefits?
Q: Are you in New Zealand? A: No Q: Are you in the Phillipines? A: No
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/claim-benefits-abroad/bereavement-benefits
## General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Indiana, responsible for a child under 18 years of age, a U.S. citizen or qualified alien and have very low income.
I am a 40 year old man who has been a resident of Indiana for the entirety of my life. My income is very low and I can barely support myself on it.
Do I qualify for this benefit program?
3Clarification needed
Are you responsible for a child under 18 years of age?
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https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/1069
# 1. Overview You can apply for a Tier 4 (General) student visa to study in the UK if you’re 16 or over and you: * have been offered a place on a course * can speak, read, write and understand English * have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course - the amount will vary depending on your circumstanc...
I'm a student right now. I'm seventeen right now, but in a month, I'll be turning eighteen.
Can I apply for a Tier 4 (General) student visa?
Q: Are you 16 or over? A: Yes Q: Have you been offered a place on a course? A: Yes Q: Can you speak, read, write and understand English? A: No
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/tier-4-general-visa
# 2. Who gets the minimum wage Workers are also entitled to the correct minimum wage if they’re: * offshore workers * foreign workers * seafarers
I've lived here all my life. I work on the railway. I've never had any other job.
Am I entitled to the correct minimum wage
Q: Are you a foreign worker? A: No
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage/who-gets-the-minimum-wage
# 2. Au pairs An au pair isn’t classed as a worker or an employee if the followings apply: * they have their own private room in the house, provided free of charge * they eat their main meals with the host family, free of charge * they help with light housework and childcare for around 30 hours a week, including a c...
I have questions about claims. Fortunately, I have never exceeded a claiming limit.
Do I have to wear a bicycle helmet?
2Irrelevant
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https://www.gov.uk/au-pairs-employment-law/au-pairs
## Benefits that can’t be reduced or stopped The following benefits can’t be reduced or stopped if you commit benefit fraud: * Industrial Injuries Exceptionally Severe Disablement Allowance (where a Disablement Pension is payable) * Personal Independence Payment * Guardian’s Allowance * Industrial Injuries Constant A...
I am getting paid for a industrial injury I have. I don't have any jobs or contracts to work at the moment.
Can this benefit reduced or stopped?
Q: Is the benefit a Guardian's allowance? A: No Q: Is the benefit Industrial Injuries Constant Attendance Allowance (where a Disablement Pension is payable)? A: Yes
1No
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https://www.gov.uk/benefit-fraud
## Not entitled to the minimum wage The following types of workers aren’t entitled to the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage: * self-employed people running their own business * company directors * volunteers or voluntary workers * workers on a government employment programme, such as the Work Programme
I am not a company director but I have asked for an interpreter
Am I entitled to the National Minimum Wage?
Q: Are you a self-employed person running their own business? A: No Q: Are you a company director? A: No Q: Are you a volunteer or voluntary worker? A: No Q: Are you a worker on a government employment programme, such as the Work Programme? A: No
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage/who-gets-the-minimum-wage
# Self-Employment Tax * If you work for a church or a qualified church-controlled organization (other than as a minister or member of a religious order) that elected an exemption from social security and Medicare taxes, you are subject to SE tax if you receive $108.28 or more in wages from the church or organization. ...
I do have access to proof that I can't afford the house
Do I have to pay SE tax and file Schedule SE?
Q: Were you net earnings from self-employment $400 or more? A: No
1No
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https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/business-taxes
# 3. Eligibility If you have fewer than 30 qualifying years, your basic State Pension will be less than £122.30 per week but you might be able to top up by paying voluntary National Insurance contributions.
I'm not in the UK anymore. I live in the US now.
Will my basic State Pension will be more than £122.30 per week?
Q: Do you have fewer than 30 qualifying years? A: No
0Yes
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https://www.gov.uk/state-pension/eligibility
## Work out if you need to pay You may be able to use the Capital Gains Tax calculator to work out how much tax to pay on your property. You can’t use it if you: * sold business premises or land * sold other chargeable assets in the tax year, for example shares * reduced your share of a property that you still jointl...
I own some land with a friend, about a 50/50 split, and it's been that way since we bought it years ago.
Can I use the Capital Gains Tax calculator?
Q: Did you sell business premises or land? A: No Q: Did you sell other chargeable assets in the tax year? A: No
3Clarification needed
Did you claim any reliefs other than private residence or letting?
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https://www.gov.uk/tax-sell-home/work-out-your-gain