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Update the child benefit rate annually at least in line with inflation.

Submitted on Tuesday 12th February 2019

Published on Wednesday 27th February 2019

Current status: Closed

Closed: Tuesday 27th August 2019

Signatures: 1,580

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10 years ~ Child

Petition Action

Update the child benefit rate annually at least in line with inflation.

Petition Details

The costs of living have been constantly going up. Purchasing power decreased by 3.21% in 2018. However, the current child benefit rate which is £20.70 per week is not only very low but it has not been updated for several years now.

Additional Information

In 2009/2010 the child benefit rate was £20 per week. Now, the rate is £20.70. Please make a comparison of what could be purchased for £20 10 years ago and what can be purchased now for roughly the same amount.


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