Labour's child poverty strategy has been postponed until at least autumn, primarily due to concerns regarding the financial costs versus the political benefits of its proposals. The strategy, which was initially scheduled for release in spring, includes potential recommendations such as abolishing the controversial two-child limit on universal credit. Both the Chancellor and Keir Starmer's chief of staff expressed reservations, with internal discussions reflecting divergent priorities on dealing with child poverty. The government insists on acting to alleviate child poverty, referencing previously announced measures to support families.
Labour's flagship child poverty strategy, aimed at reducing poverty levels among children, has been postponed until autumn due to financial and political concerns.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Keir Starmer's chief of staff Morgan McSweeney have expressed doubts over the political benefits of scrapping the two-child limit.
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