Speaking of social security and tax and trying to rip off the system.....having the state recognise defacto works in their favour when balancing their budget.
As you know I'm a carer. As such, I'm entitled to a sliding scale of state benefit because my ability to work is so limited. If I was single, I'd get quite a substantial amount, but as the defacto partner of a high income earner I get the minimum.
Without the defacto recognition, I could be receiving a substantial state benefits while my husband supports us on a three figure salary. I don't see that it's fair for wealthier people to claim singledom and take money from the pot when others who are much more needy can use it.
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