Event Brief
Benefits rise as two-child cap ends
Filed: Apr 05, 2026 at 8:04 PM ET
Summary: Families with three or more children will see an average benefit increase of £4,100 annually.
WHO: UK Government
WHAT: End of the two-child cap on benefits
WHEN: Apr 05, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: United Kingdom
WHY: The two-child cap on benefits has been lifted, allowing for increased support.
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