Quote Originally Posted by Arthur Little View Post
Put in the simplest of terms, it means that fiance(e)s and/or spouses of British Nationals are NOTentitled to claim financial assistance [State Benefits] from government funds derived from taxpayers' contributions ... until such time as they have been granted Indefinite Leave to Remain/Permanent Residence.
not strictly 100% true, I think some benefits can be claimed if your married to a British citizen or a european excerising their treaty rights.