can a woman who has been claiming child benefit receive a state pension
Child Benefit and your State Pension. If your child is under 12 and youâre not working or donât earn enough to pay National Insurance contributions, Child Benefit can help you qualify for National Insurance credits.These credits count towards your State Pension.ow and when Child Benefit is paid. Child Benefit is usually paid every 4 weeks into your bank account on a Monday or Tuesday. It can be paid weekly if youâre a single parent or getting certain other benefits, eg Income Support. The claim form notes explain whose name can be on the account.