ChildBenefit News & Analysis
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Child Benefit Worth £27.05 Weekly for Eligible Families
Child benefit currently provides £27.05 per week for the first child and £17.90 for each additional child. More than 6.8 million parents received child benefit in the year to August 2025, but 69% claimed it before their baby's first birthday, suggesting many could miss out. Payments can only be backdated for three months from when a claim is made. Understanding these figures is crucial as some families might be missing out on substantial financial support during early parenthood.
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London's Benefit Cap and Housing Allowance Calls for Change
The London Chamber of Commerce, representing 12,000 businesses, expressed that small firms are struggling with uncertainty regarding tax and regulation, which could impact business viability. Sophie Livingstone from the charity Little Village emphasized the need to scrap the child benefit cap and improve the local housing allowance to support families. A local think tank is advocating for greater fiscal devolution in London, comparing the mayor’s budget retention in New York at 70%. These discussions could potentially shape government policy affecting economic stability and growth in London.
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