DWP rule change ends two-child benefit cap
The Labour government abolishes the controversial two-child benefit limit, a move hailed to lift hundreds of thousands of children out of poverty immediately. Read the full story.
The Labour government abolishes the controversial two-child benefit limit, a move hailed to lift hundreds of thousands of children out of poverty immediately. Read the full story.
Discover 16 stunning National Trust winter walks around Birmingham and the Midlands, complete with cosy cafes for tea and cake. Many routes are dog-friendly and accessible.
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust pioneers awake oncoplastic breast surgery, allowing patients to avoid general anaesthetic and go home the same day. Discover this medical breakthrough.
A massive sinkhole has caused a major incident on the Shropshire Union Canal near Whitchurch, prompting a multi-agency emergency response. Ten people were rescued. Avoid the area.
Shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons risk fines for misusing parent and child parking bays. A study reveals 25% misuse, with one mother fined £260. Know the rules to avoid penalties.
HMRC urges UK parents to check eligibility for backdated Child Benefit payments worth up to £2,500. Act before the mid-January deadline to secure this vital financial support.
A major incident has been declared in Whitchurch, Shropshire, after a sinkhole opened on a canal. Emergency services are on scene. Avoid the area.
Comedian Jason Manford returns to host the Royal Variety. We explore his career, his first marriage's breakdown after a sexting scandal, and his life with six children in a blended family.
Shocking figures reveal HMRC's anti-fraud pilot wrongly stopped child benefit for 60% of targeted families. Discover the full scale of the government's admission.
HMRC urges UK households earning under £80,000 to check Child Benefit eligibility. You could be missing out on over £1,300 per child. Act now.
HMRC urges 18-23 year olds to claim matured Child Trust Funds worth an average of £2,242. Find out if you were born between 2002-2011 and have money waiting.
HMRC warns thousands turning 18 they may have lost Child Trust Funds worth £2k on average. Find out how to claim your forgotten government savings now.
HMRC warns thousands who turned 18 in recent years they could be missing out on money. Learn how to find and cash in your Child Trust Fund before the new year.
The Robert Hopkins Company's 31st pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, is a festive hit at Aldershot's Prince's Hall Theatre. Discover the magic behind this long-running success, with performances until 4th January 2026.
Nadiya Bekar, 53, admits career and partying meant she 'forgot' to start a family. She shares her story of festive loneliness and the response from women who feel the same.
Major welfare reform sees two-child benefit limit axed, lifting thousands of Birmingham children from poverty. Hundreds of pounds extra monthly for larger families from April.
The Hussey Family Trust seeks an environmental impact ruling for 300 homes on land east of The Marsh in Wanborough, Swindon. Read the latest on this controversial development.
The UK Government has launched its most significant child poverty plan in years, aiming to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030. Key measures include lifting the two-child benefit cap and tackling temporary accommodation. Read the full details.
A new NSPCC poll reveals over 60% of adults fear increased child abuse risk at Christmas due to financial stress and alcohol. Learn the warning signs and how to help.
The government's landmark Child Poverty Strategy promises to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030. Key measures include scrapping the two-child benefit cap and ending unlawful B&B placements.
The DWP is abolishing the two-child limit for seven benefits, yet one in five affected households will not see full relief due to the persisting benefit cap. Discover the impact.
Discover if your surname hints at royal ancestry. DNA testing is revealing surprising links to historic dynasties for thousands. Could you be related to the Royal Family?
UK parents could receive £173 or more monthly from HMRC Child Benefit. Check your eligibility for children under 16 or in approved education. Claim what you're owed today.
Discover how the Throckmorton family's takeover of Coughton Court introduces Historic Houses membership for free entry from March 2026. Explore Warwickshire's heritage today!
Discover Baddesley Clinton, a stunning Tudor manor house near Birmingham, transformed for Christmas with roaring fires, festive decorations & a magical Snowman trail. Perfect family day out!
Rhianon Elizabeth from Leeds announces plans for third child after Labour government removes two-child benefit cap. Read about the controversial reaction and policy changes.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' decision to scrap the two-child benefit limit is defended as 'targeted and fair' by experts, with 70% of gains going to working families. Discover how this change tackles child poverty.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abolishes the two-child benefit cap in the Autumn Budget. Find out when your Universal Credit payments will increase and by how much.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity hosts its 16th annual London Carol Concert at St Paul's Church, Knightsbridge on December 4. Featuring celebrity readers and musicians, the event raises vital funds for families with life-threatened children.
Coughton Court, the historic Tudor estate, transitions from National Trust to Historic Houses. The Throckmorton family resumes management in 2026. Plan your visit!