94 results for "Child"

The British government has a range of financial benefits for families bringing up children with disabilities, illnesses or health conditions, including autism. Among these benefits is Disability Living Allowance (DLA),...

Some parents and legal guardians are required to update their personal information on GOV.UK to guarantee Child Benefit payments continue in June. This affects anyone with a 16-year-old child who was previously...

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) recently issued an important reminder to eligible households not to overlook the possibility of claiming up to £1,331 a year in child benefit for newborn...

The independent public spending watchdog warns that the quality of services for England's most vulnerable children may be compromised by the UK government's proposed Extended Childcare Offer. The National Audit...

Universal Credit claimants with children have been alerted to the potential for childcare support worth up to £1,739 per month. This is part of the UK Government's initiative to help...

The Conservative Party, led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, recently announced its intention to maintain the cap on the two-child benefit on Universal Credit should it win the next election....

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has recently issued a statement urging people born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011 to check for unclaimed assets in dormant accounts. This...

According to current statistics, approximately one million households in the UK could lose up to £6,500 in state pension due to a simple oversight in claiming child benefit. Shockingly, child...

The UK government, through the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), is unveiling a strategic financial boost for working parents receiving Universal Credit in the face of escalating childcare costs....

Understanding the changes to Child Benefit and the High Income Threshold is critical for financial planning for a family living in the United Kingdom. HMRC announced on its website that...

As school holidays approach, HMRC is urging working parents to check if they qualify for Tax-free childcare benefits. Families Urged to Sign Up for Tax-Free Childcare Before Easter Break With...

High earning parents are the biggest beneficiaries of the latest budget adjustments, as the chancellor announced a major restructure of a tax penalty that is set to have an impact...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) announced changes to May's benefit payment date due to the upcoming bank holiday. Millions of beneficiaries throughout the UK will receive their scheduled...

Starting today, families will be able to claim free childcare for children as young as nine months via a new aid support scheme, saving an average of almost £3,500 a...

As the cost of living rises in Britain, the government's Household Support Fund has become a lifeline for thousands of struggling households. This initiative channels financial resources to local councils,...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has vowed to offer people additional time and assistance in order for them to find a job. The pledge comes as new Universal...

Over the three months to March, wage growth in the UK remained strong despite the slowdown in the labour market. Members of the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee had...

Starting today, a significant boost awaits millions of households enrolled in Universal Credit, promising increased financial support each month. Universal Credit Payment Increase: What You Need to Know On 9...

The Cornwall council has received an additional £4.5 million as part of the government's free initiative to support struggling UK households. Each council receives a varied amount of funds based...

Millions of Britons will be getting higher payments beginning next week. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that the changes will apply to potentially millions of people...

Many UK households will get a £100 Cost of Living allowance this summer. Nottinghamshire County Council stated in April that it would provide one-time free cash handouts of £100 to...

Many elderly Scottish households can anticipate receiving a series of one-off payments, totalling up to £367 per home, as winter approaches. Offered by the Scottish Government and the Department for...

Households could benefit financially under the current cost of living crisis from a boost from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to ease the burden of energy bills. Coventry...

According to the latest Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) estimates, 218,859 people in Scotland are now receiving Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and will have their award converted to Adult...

NHS prescription prices in the UK rose by 2.59% on May 1, marking a dark day for individuals in need of medication. Many are blasting the rise in prices to...

On May 1st, 711 illegal migrants successfully crossed the treacherous English Channel, reaching British shores in a single day. This unprecedented influx marks the highest number of arrivals in 2024,...

Following the passage of a key deadline, HMRC has begun issuing £10 daily fines to anyone who have yet to complete their self-assessment tax return. HMRC Imposes Daily Fines for...

Amid the cost of living crisis, a substantial number of people in the UK may be eligible for a range of financial support schemes and discounts facilitated by the Department...

The UK government has decided to provide a major boost to households facing rising living costs in the face of mounting financial pressures. The Household Support Fund, a collaborative initiative...

Eight money and cost of living adjustments that will affect bank accounts. New changes go into effect this month, affecting Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) claimants, Universal Credit beneficiaries,...

Changpeng Zhao, CZ, the billionaire founder of the colossal cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, has been sentenced to four months in prison. The verdict comes after Mr Zhao pleaded guilty to money...

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's government recently made an announcement that should bring much-needed relief to thousands of struggling households across the UK. A £421 million support programme, Household Support Fund, is...

Amidst the renewal season for tax credits, HMRC has issued a crucial warning to 730,000 claimants. Those receiving Working Tax Credit and or Child Tax Credit will start receiving renewal...

UK households will soon receive four Cost of Living payments as part of a major Cost of Living boost dedicated to the most impoverished families amid the critical financial period...

British workers are set to benefit from a major financial break from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). As part of the Government's Spring Budget, HMRC is set to launch a...

Changes to the payment schedules for various benefits facilitated by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have been announced due to the May...

Housing costs, both rental and ownership, have soared in recent years. This surge in housing costs raises the question of what kind of help the government can provide. So, If...

Nearly 300,000 households are missing out on £1.2 billion in rental support. According to a new Policy in Practice study, hundreds of thousands of senior citizens are entitled for about...

Over two million British households have been warned they may be missing out on council tax benefits worth more than £1,500 each year. Many People Could be Missing out on...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that women affected by state pension underpayments are now falling into back payments averaging around £5,000. These arrears arise from the...

Thousands of benefit claimants in Ireland will have to prepare for a significant change to their payment schedule due to the upcoming May Bank Holiday. In addition, updates have been...

MPs have issued a warning that thousands of vulnerable people could lose their welfare payments as a result of a major Universal Credit benefit switch. Universal Credit Benefit Switch Raises...

In light of growing challenges to international security, the prime minister Rishi Sunak announces an increase in the military budget. UK Plans Defence Spending Increase to 2.5% of GDP by...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) offers a wide range of financial support schemes for older people, of which the state pension is one of the most important. However,...

A large number of households are being notified about big changes to their benefits. People who receive income-related Employment Support Allowance (ESA) will be transferred to Universal Credit by April...

Millions of British citizens are going to notice changes to the dates on which they receive benefits such as the state pension, PIP, child benefit and other allowances as a...

The government has reopened its multi-million pound Hardship Fund in response to the economic impact of the pandemic. If you are a low-income household or on benefits, you can apply...

Are you aware that the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) carries out frequent assessments of benefit claimants? The assessments enable the DWP to identify people who may be retrospectively...

Many families in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are struggling with the high cost of living crisis. However, a solution may be at hand in the form of the NHS...

The staggering sum of £23 billion encompasses a range of crucial benefits, including over £8 billion in Universal Credit, £3.4 billion in Council Tax Support, and more. According to a...