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Radio 5 Live,24 Nov 2025,6 mins

Budget 2025: scrap 2-child cap?

Voice of the UK

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The two-child limit means many low-income families do not receive further benefits when they have a third or subsequent child. It’s been the subject of intense political debate and speculation, with Chancellor Rachel Reeves hinting at changes in the Budget when she spoke to BBC 5 live earlier this month. Nicky Campbell asked 5 Live listeners if it’s time to scrap the cap?

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