I'd be better of on benefits, am i a mug for working?

Question

I work full time and have done for many years, i also have a child of 8 who i have to put in childcare after school so i can earn money to pay the bills, i pay £10 for childcare after school, i do get some working tax credits and child tax credits but i would be better of on benefits i then would't have to pay rent, council tax, i'd get free school meals and the clothing grant that i am not entitled to as i work. I continue to work as i am trying to set a good example on my child. Does anyone else out there feel the same is i do ? Should i just give up working to have more time with my child or continue to work.

mememe....i n you are right my child needs to be show it wrong not to work if you are physically and mentally well

Answer 1

Unfortunately it's true.
Its a sorry society that we live in but in general those who live of our backs are those with the most benefits and the best way of life.
They can of course complain that they are living with pittance but I cannot understand how this is true when so many if these families are running around in expensive clothes and the best trainers!!!!!!!!
OK they may live **** tower blocks but remember it's usually free!!
Maybe I'm generalising a bit but I think it's disgusting for those people who can't afford to take days off to care care of their sick children or for special school events when other lazy bastards have the luxury of doing what they want when they want to because we pay for their life of luxury!!!!!!!!!!
I sympathise with you but believe me I know how you feel!!!
Good Luck and you can be proud of the role model that you are presenting to your child!!

Answer 2

Sorry but I disagree. I hate the welfare system and I believe there are too many scivers out there who just sponge off the state and the tax payer. If there was no welfare state then we would not have to pay so much and so many taxes. All these immigrants would not come here neither because there would be no point. The Government should cancel the advert 'Come to UK and get everything for nothing'. I have worked all my life and spent 22 years in the Army. Yet in August I was given two weeks on the sick by my doctor. I contacted the DHSS or whatever it is now, I had a good chat, they sent me all the forms etc and I heard nothing after that. They can shove it! The welfare state is ruining this country and the sooner the politicians realise it the better.

Answer 3

Mate, I believe you've answered your own question. You need to set an example to your child and your neighbourhood. By working you get to interact with other adults and have a sense of self worth. Next time your elections come around make your vote count but please don't give up work. My brother is in the civil service and is forever out sick. He's abusing the system and setting a really really bad work ethic to his 2 children. I work in the private sector and don't get paid for not working. I'm almost 6 years without a sick day and highly respected within the company.
Consider moving jobs, asking for a promotion or a rise.
Don't leave your job it's part of your identity.

Answer 4

You might be better off working part time.

I'm not absolutely sure, but I think if you work 16 hours a week you still get full benefits, but get to keep your earnings for your 16 hours.

That way you would have the benefits of working, like feeling like you're making a contribution and having workmates to talk to, and you'd be able to spend more time with your child.

Your local Council will have a benefits advice officer - make an appointment to see them and work out what's best for you.

Good luck.

Answer 5

I believe that, particularly as parents, that we need to live honorable lives, which includes earning money to support ourselves and/or our households. There is nothing honorable in being able-bodied to provide for support, but choosing not to do that.

You would certainly have more time with your child, but how would you feel about yourself? Just as important, how would your child feel about what you are doing (once your child is old enough to understand)? Besides, I don't know how things are in your country, but, in the US, not only is there a limited time period to be able to collect welfare, but the federal guidelines are pretty dismal. Who in their right mind would CHOOSE to live below federal poverty lines?

Even for someone earning minimum wages, good things happen to people every day. They could be promoted. They could find a better paying job. Their company could give out bonuses. None of those opportunities exist for someone just sitting at home and accepting free money.

I say keep working. It makes you a better person and keeps you open to the possibility of increased earnings. Plus, your child won't be a minor forever. In the US, once your child(ren) reach age 18, welfare benefits end.

Answer 6

Sorry Luv, but Yes You would be miles better off on the system! What a crazy world eh Dolly Bird? Now cheer up and have a lovely cuppa and latter we'll get a pint at the local!

Answer 7

I believe what you say yet you reside with mom and father that can be plenty distinction in case you lived in a council flat with toddler once you'll have gasoline, electric powered and component to council tax and your housing earnings will be decreased by way of bedroom tax and so on and those who can shop money at the same time as on reward legally can't move abroad for a vacation as they ought to signal off reward at the same time as they are away yet I agree that not operating is likely financially extra powerful than engaged on a low salary. i'm over 50 years previous and lengthy time period in the past i did finally end up a unmarried confirm yet became not financially extra powerful off as I had various of expenditures to pay yet very last year at the same time as i became made redundant and getting £seventy one a week on reward without lease and so on to pay I had money to spend yet became informed i must be extra powerful off operating section time which i did, I paintings for £462 in preserving with month and from that I even ought to pay £one hundred and forty to employ and £80 to council tax leaving me with £220 in preserving with month to proceed to exist, it rather is £fifty 5 a week yet I were given £seventy one on reward - who's the mug the following?

Answer 8

i don't believe in welfare, but i can't give you a solid right or wrong on that one... you are paying into the system you are talking about... if the system honestly entitles you to benefits, then it may be the correct ethical decision to not work, and to somehow use your time wisely at home.

Answer 9

Keep your job. Kids look up to someone who works. Take your child to work if you get the chance.

Answer 10

sorry but yes you are