childcare payments

As part of one of the Prime Minister’s five key priorities to grow the economy, low-earning parents on Universal Credit are set to benefit from up to a £522 monthly boost to cover childcare costs – making it easier for them to get back to work or increase their hours.

• Universal Credit childcare payments rise today by almost 50%, up to £951 for one child or £1,630 for two or more
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Universal Credit’s maximum childcare payments will rise nearly 50% – up to £1,630 per month – from 28 June.

• Additional support worth up to £522 a month for families
• Many parents will get help from DWP immediately with their first bill – instead of in arrears – to help them manage their budgets
• Comes alongside plans to boost childcare workforce to deliver historic
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