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Topics: Social issues

  • Make the most of Playday with Tax-Free Childcare

    Working families urged to sign up for Tax-Free Childcare on Playday to help pay for holiday clubs, after-school clubs, nurseries and childmindersLatest statistics show families save almost £100 a month with Tax-Free ChildcareNumber of families using Tax-Free Childcare for children aged 8 and above increased by 20%
    Working families are being encouraged to check if they could cut the cost of chil

    Group of children attending a Playday community event, promoting outdoor play, family activities and community participation
  • HMRC doubles funding for customers who need extra support

    More than £11 million in funding available for organisations to help customers with their tax affairs.Voluntary and Community sector organisations invited to bid for funding from today.Successful organisations will receive three-year funding grants from April 2027.
    HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has pledged more than £11 million to support customers who need extra help, as it launches the latest

    Inclusive workplace meeting at a desk, with one wheelchair user.
  • Millions of families in line for Child Benefit rate increase

    More than 6.9 million families claiming Child Benefit will see an increase in payments from next week Using the HMRC app is quickest and easiest way to claim Child Benefit and manage payments Thousands of new parents are missing out on payments by delaying their claim
    Millions of families claiming Child Benefit will see an increase in their payments from next week, as HM Revenue and Customs (

    A parent holding a young child in a bright home setting, with HM Revenue & Customs branding visible.