HMRC wrongly strips child benefit from thousands
HMRC faces scrutiny after using faulty Home Office data to wrongly remove child benefit from nearly 4,000 parents. Treasury committee demands answers over 'costly error'.
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Guardian Corrections: Irish Emigration and Minister Role
The Guardian has published corrections regarding Irish emigration comments and a minister's role. Read the full details and learn how to submit a complaint.
23,500 families lose child benefit in data error
Thousands of UK families had child benefit suspended due to flawed Home Office travel data. An MP demands an urgent inquiry into the anti-fraud crackdown failures. Read the full story.
Rayner: Scrap Two-Child Cap to End Child Poverty
Angela Rayner urges the Labour government to abolish the two-child benefit cap, calling child poverty an 'evil' that must be challenged. She refutes claims that people have children for benefits.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to abolish the controversial two-child benefit cap, a move that could lift thousands of families out of poverty. Discover the full story and its impact.
Family of 7 to gain £10k as benefit cap lifts
Lisa and David White's five-child family could receive thousands more in benefits as Labour prepares to scrap the two-child limit. Discover how this policy change affects 200,000 large families.
Stars call for end to two-child benefit limit
Over 40 UK celebrities including Bill Nighy and Simon Pegg urge Keir Starmer to scrap the 'cruel' two-child benefit cap, calling it the most effective way to tackle child poverty ahead of November Budget.
Two-Child Benefit Cap U-Turn Could Help Families
Chancellor signals end to two-child benefit cap as families struggle with cost of living. Check your eligibility for unclaimed benefits now to ease financial pressure.
Reeves may lift two-child benefit cap in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves signals potential end to austerity-era two-child benefit cap, a move that could lift 630,000 children from poverty and ease Labour backbench discontent.
Reeves confirms two-child benefit limit to be scrapped
Chancellor Rachel Reeves signals the two-child benefit cap will be abolished in the Budget, a major move to tackle child poverty. Read the full story.
Reeves to Remove Two-Child Benefit Cap in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves signals plan to abolish the two-child benefit cap, a move set to lift 350,000 children from poverty. Discover the full budget implications.
DWP cracks down on Universal Credit fraud with new powers
The Department for Work and Pensions unveils tough new measures to combat Universal Credit fraud, with enhanced powers to recover overpayments directly from benefits.
Labour civil war erupts over tax and benefit policies
Labour faces internal turmoil as new deputy leader Ellie Reeves defends manifesto vow against income tax hikes while Left demands wealth taxes and two-child benefit cap abolition.
DWP April Payment Changes: Universal Credit Update
Millions of Britons receiving DWP benefits including Universal Credit are set for significant payment changes this April. Discover how the new tax year adjustments will affect your household budget.
Gambling tax could rescue 75,000 children from poverty
Exclusive analysis reveals how redirecting gambling levy funds could transform lives amid Britain's growing poverty crisis, as benefit caps push families to breaking point.
MPs grill HMRC over child benefit payment freeze
A major HMRC system error has left thousands of parents without child benefit payments, prompting urgent parliamentary scrutiny and demands for immediate solutions.
DWP Payment Dates Change for May Bank Holiday
Millions of benefit claimants face payment date changes as DWP adjusts schedule for Early May Bank Holiday. Find out when you'll receive your money and how to prepare.
HMRC child benefit privacy breach scandal exposed
Tax authorities face legal crisis as experts reveal HMRC likely violated privacy laws by unlawfully collecting personal data to halt child benefit payments to thousands of families.
Rachel Reeves apologises for housing benefit claim error
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves has formally apologised after the Mirror uncovered she received housing benefit while owning a property, sparking political controversy ahead of the general election.
Mother loses child benefit after booking flight but not flying
A British mother has lost thousands in child benefit payments after DWP officials ruled she emigrated to Norway - despite never boarding her booked flight. The controversial case exposes gaps in welfare rules.
DWP announces major PIP assessment shake-up
The Department for Work and Pensions reveals significant changes to Personal Independence Payment assessments as in-person reviews resume alongside new claimant protections.
Full abolition of two-child benefit cap essential to cut poverty
New research reveals partial reforms to the controversial two-child benefit limit won't significantly reduce poverty, with experts calling for complete abolition to protect vulnerable families.
HMRC pauses child benefit crackdown after data error
A significant HMRC data error has resulted in 23,500 families being wrongly targeted in child benefit investigations, forcing the tax authority to pause its compliance campaign amid widespread concern.
Benefit 2025 Advent Calendar: Ultimate Beauty Review
Get the inside scoop on Benefit Cosmetics' spectacular 2025 advent calendar. Discover if this beauty countdown to Christmas delivers value worth queuing for.
HMRC freezes child benefits for British families abroad
Thousands of British expat families face financial strain as HMRC freezes overseas child benefit payments amid cost of living crisis. Discover how this policy change affects families living abroad.
HMRC's child benefit crackdown targets travel fraud
UK tax authorities implement strict new measures to combat child benefit fraud, requiring families to prove children live with them when travelling overseas. Learn how this affects British parents.
Child Benefit Increase: New Rates and Dates Revealed
Millions of UK families will see their Child Benefit payments increase from April 2024. Discover the new rates, payment dates, and what it means for your household budget.
DWP Expands Bank Account Surveillance Powers
The DWP is dramatically expanding its powers to monitor benefit claimants' bank accounts in a major crackdown on fraud. Here's how the new rules could affect you.
NI parents lose child benefit in Dublin travel crackdown
Dozens of Northern Irish families face child benefit cuts after HMRC's new 'residency test' flags Dublin airport travel as evidence of non-UK residence, sparking outrage and legal challenges.
DWP data checks could change thousands' benefit payments
The Department for Work and Pensions has initiated new data checks that could affect thousands of benefit claimants' payments. Here's what you need to know.
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