UK Welfare System

Two-Child Benefit Cap Update What UK Families Need to Know About the New Rules

Two-Child Benefit Cap Update: What UK Families Need to Know About the New Rules

Anthony Lane

The two-child benefit cap limits UK benefit payments to support only the first two children in a family. Affecting over 1.6 million children, this 2017 policy has sparked debate due to its impact on child poverty. With recent discussions around exemptions and reform, families must understand their rights, available support, and how the rule may change. This in-depth guide explains what families and professionals need to know in 2025.