Record energy price rises have led to concern that more families will be drawn into ever deeper fuel poverty. This briefing at how fuel poverty varies across the UK, policies to address fuel poverty, and stakeholder comment on the issue.
A Backbench Business Committee debate on support for women in poverty is scheduled for Thursday 23 March 2023 in Westminster Hall.
Information on the support available for help with childcare costs and the Government’s proposals for reform.
Research Briefing
Background on the Social Security (Additional Payments) (No. 2) Bill 2022-23, introduced in the House of Commons on 7 February 2023.
Research Briefing
The High Income Child Benefit Charge provides for Child Benefit to be clawed back through the tax system from families where the highest earner has an income in excess of £50,000.
Research Briefing
This briefing paper deals with when polygamous marriages might be legally recognised in England and Wales; immigration issues; social security benefits and pension entitlement.
Debate Pack
A Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for Thursday 2 February on the Impact of Cystic Fibrosis on living costs support. The debate will be opened by Jim Shannon MP.
Research Briefing
An overview of the rules and payment arrangements for Cost of Living Payments.
Debate Pack
There will be a debate on DWP benefit sanctions on 13 December 2022 at 14:30. Chris Stephens MP will open the debate.
Debate Pack
A Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for Wednesday 23 November on social security support for children. The debate will be opened by Anum Qaisar MP.
Research Briefing
This Commons Library briefing paper provides general information about the number of cohabiting couples, how the law applies to them, the Law Commission’s proposals for reform and other calls for reform
Research Briefing
This briefing paper provides an overview of the UK Government’s policies to support care leavers.
Debate Pack
An Estimates Day debate on the spending of the Department for Work and Pensions on the cost of living measures will take place in the House of Commons Chamber on Tuesday 5 July 2022.
Debate Pack
An Estimates Day debate on the spending of the Department for Work and Pensions on the cost of living measures will take place in the House of Commons Chamber on Tuesday 5 July 2022.
Research Briefing
This briefing looks at informal carers in the UK and the issues they face. It includes information on their rights, benefit entitlement, the support available and an overview of Government policy.
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