Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 90090

Childcare and Social Security Benefits: Families

Tabled: 11 November 2025
Answered: 18 November 2025

Question

Mr Lee Dillon

Liberal DemocratNewbury

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what plans her Department has to help support the financial needs of families, including their (a) eligibility for benefits and (b) access to childcare support.

Answer

Sir Stephen Timms
Universal Credit is designed to be a flexible benefit which offers support for both those in and out of work. It provides an invaluable safety net for millions of customers through the standard allowance and additional elements. The government recognises ...

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