Poverty: Children
Lords · Question HL15078 · Tabled 3 Mar 2026 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record
Answered 17 Mar 2026
Question
Asked by Lord Bird
To ask His Majesty's Government what measures are included in the Child Poverty Strategy that address the issues of (1) carer burnout, and (2) financial strain on parents and families.
Answer
Answered by Baroness Sherlock, 17 Mar 2026
The Child Poverty Strategy sets out a range of measures that will address the financial strain on parents and families by boosting their incomes, driving down the cost of essentials, and strengthening local support. This includes removing the two child li...