Calls Grow for Automatic Release of Child Trust Funds at Age 21, Unlocking £1.5bn for Young Britons Tuesday, April 7, 2026 childtrustfunds hmrc ukgovernment youthfinance labourparty savings unclaimedmoney financialinclusion youngadults povertyrelief There is mounting pressure on the UK government to change HMRC rules and automatically release Child Trust Funds (CTFs) to holders once they turn 21. Currently, roughly £1.5 billion remains unclaimed in these accounts, which … Read More
Inside the Multibank Combating Child Poverty in Birmingham Sunday, March 29, 2026 childpoverty birmingham multibank westmidlands charity amazon donations community volunteers povertyrelief A groundbreaking initiative known as the West Midlands Multibank has marked its first year of tackling child poverty in Birmingham, delivering critical support to thousands of struggling families. This innovative ‘multibank’ … Read More
New £300 Cost of Living Vouchers Available From Tuesday for Use in Nine Supermarkets Tuesday, February 3, 2026 costofliving vouchers householdsupport surrey dwp supermarkets financialaid eligibility povertyrelief supportfund Starting Tuesday, households in England can apply for new £300 Cost of Living supermarket vouchers through the Department for Work and Pensions’ (DWP) Household Support Fund. This initiative aims to help financially … Read More