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What Happened to child benefit?

Overview

Child benefit is trending as the government has axed the two-child benefit cap. This change means millions of families with more than two children will receive increased financial support, with some families potentially £300 a month better off.

What the News Says

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End to two-child benefit cap offers £300-a-month lifeline to cash-strapped families

The Guardian
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Exact date two-child benefit cap is axed with families £300 a month better off

The Mirror
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Two child benefit cap axed as millions of families to gain in new benefits shake-up

Islington Gazette

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