Hi, Have received enquiry from connexions re an 18 yr old Somalian with Dutch passport, whole family came to Uk 7 yrs ago, although she is now estranged from fanily and are unclear on what immigration status is although I have advised that she has right to remain while exercising her treaty rights. She is working Part time but is now 17 wks pregnant, living with her partner who is a Fulltime student and estranged from his family. He has been advised to claim IS. She has also been advised to claim IS, I have some concerns over whether she has a right to claim and its affect on an application to remain if she has no recourse which appears to be the case. I have advised that if she has no recourse and partner claims an addition on his benefit for her this may also have immigration implications. Advised can claim CB, CTC. Can she claim IS under Article 12 as she has been economically active? without jeapordising permanent rights. Thanks for any advice!!
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