ParentsN.I.
4(1)Subject to paragraphs 1 to 3 above, as between a person who is and one who is not a parent of the child [F1or qualifying young person] the parent shall be entitled.N.I.
(2)Subject as aforesaid, as between two persons residing together who are parents of the child [F1or qualifying young person] but not husband and wife, the mother shall be entitled.
Textual Amendments
F1Words in Sch. 10 para. 4 inserted (10.4.2006) by Child Benefit Act 2005 (c. 6), s. 6(2), Sch. 1 para. 44(4)