Thousands more children in poverty since Labour victory due to two-child benefit capScrapping the two-child limit could significantly reduce child poverty rates in the UK.
We will not dictate to Scottish Labour - RaynerThe UK government supports Scottish Labour's autonomy on welfare issues while sharing a common goal of reducing poverty.
Almost 230,000 children lack basic items such as strong shoes, a warm coat and nutritious meals - ESRINearly 250,000 children in Ireland are facing material deprivation, indicating a significant rise in child poverty.
Thousands more children in poverty since Labour victory due to two-child benefit capScrapping the two-child limit could significantly reduce child poverty rates in the UK.
We will not dictate to Scottish Labour - RaynerThe UK government supports Scottish Labour's autonomy on welfare issues while sharing a common goal of reducing poverty.
Almost 230,000 children lack basic items such as strong shoes, a warm coat and nutritious meals - ESRINearly 250,000 children in Ireland are facing material deprivation, indicating a significant rise in child poverty.
WW2 veteran urges PM to end 'brutal' frozen pension policySir Keir Starmer has a crucial opportunity to change the policy on frozen pensions for UK pensioners living abroad.
Will Labour's cold winter of cuts be worth it? podcastKeir Starmer's leadership faces challenges over tough decisions affecting welfare policies, particularly concerning the winter fuel payment for pensioners.
Long-term benefit claimants need to look for work if they can, says StarmerLong-term benefit claimants should look for work, with support promised for their transition.
Diane Abbott accuses Starmer of peddling benefit scrounger myth' amid new crackdownThe Independent advocates for accessible journalism on critical issues, emphasizing the need for ethical reporting during decisive times in the US.
Will Labour's cold winter of cuts be worth it? podcastKeir Starmer's leadership faces challenges over tough decisions affecting welfare policies, particularly concerning the winter fuel payment for pensioners.
Long-term benefit claimants need to look for work if they can, says StarmerLong-term benefit claimants should look for work, with support promised for their transition.
Diane Abbott accuses Starmer of peddling benefit scrounger myth' amid new crackdownThe Independent advocates for accessible journalism on critical issues, emphasizing the need for ethical reporting during decisive times in the US.
Housing benefit payments to be frozen next yearHousing benefit for private renters will remain frozen, causing potential financial shortfalls amid rising rents and limited social housing.
Hundreds of Ukrainians living in Ireland apply for international protection as benefits cut, State warnedThe surge in asylum applications from Ukrainians requires monitoring and potential adjustment of welfare policies.