Several Members of Parliament have voted in favor of removing the two-child benefit cap, a policy that limits child tax credit and universal credit payments to the first two children in most families. The decision marks a significant step toward ending the restriction.
The policy has been in place to control welfare spending but has faced criticism for its impact on larger families. The vote indicates growing support for revising or abolishing the cap.
**Why this matters**
The two-child benefit cap affects the financial support available to families with more than two children, influencing household budgets and child welfare. Removing the cap could provide additional resources to larger families, potentially reducing child poverty and improving living standards.
Source: NewsData