The poorest kids in the country miss out on the full benefits of the expanded child tax credit in the "big beautiful bill." Why it matters: The bill now making its way to the Senate provides more tax ...

The education secretary has said that lifting the two-child benefit cap is “definitely on the table”, amid growing pressure on the government to scrap the controversial policy. Bridget Phillipson, who ...

The education secretary says there is a "real urgency" about the issue, as she signals the cap could soon be lifted.

If you are responsible for bringing up a child who is under the age of 16, or under the age of 20 but still in approved education or training, you could be entitled to Child Benefit. This is a ...