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POVERTY

Moving closer to provision everywhere that genuinely prevents child poverty

Jon Rowney says that while the difference the Budget will make in terms of scrapping the two-child limit from April is to be celebrated, there can be no room for complacency on dealing with levels of child poverty.

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By Jon Rowney | 18 December 2025
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While many colleagues' minds will be on the local government funding settlement, it is worth reflecting on the significance of last month's Budget.

The decision to scrap the two-child limit from April is likely to be the most memorable feature.

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Jon Rowney

Popular articles by Jon Rowney

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