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Education Secretary Urges Welfare Reforms for Working Families

4/7/2026

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Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson called for further reforms to Britain's welfare system to support working families.
She defended lifting the two-child benefit cap, calling it a moral scandal that harmed children's life chances.
Phillipson said the change is an investment in children and the nation's future.
She did not rule out benefit cuts in the upcoming budget.
Phillipson highlighted ongoing efforts to improve social support and healthcare.

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Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson called for further reforms to Britain's welfare system to support working families.
She defended lifting the two-child benefit cap, calling it a moral scandal that harmed children's life chances.
Phillipson said the change is an investment in children and the nation's future.
She did not rule out benefit cuts in the upcoming budget.
Phillipson highlighted ongoing efforts to improve social support and healthcare.