Working For 16 Hours A Week Or More (Info)

A claimant, or at least one member of a couple must normally work either as employed or self employed for at least

• 16 hours a week or more, if they are responsible for a child or young person, or if they have a disability that puts them at a disadvantage in getting a job

Or

• 30 hours a week or more and be aged 25 years or over

This applies to both employed and self employed earners.