Childcare payments to working families on universal credit are to increase from today by 47% in England, Scotland and Wales.
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has raised how much parents on universal credit can claim for childcare – up to £951 a month for one child and £1,630 for two or more children.
Previously parents received £646 for one child or £1,108 for two or more children.
Mel Stride, secretary of state for Work and Pensions, said: ‘We are supporting thousands of parents to return to work, progress their careers and boost their finances while making sure they have affordable childcare.
‘By removing one of the biggest barriers to work for parents in Britain we are giving families the chance of a better future while doubling down on this government’s pledge to grow the economy and bear down on inflation.’
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