Millions of families in the UK will receive their Child Benefit payments earlier this month due to the upcoming Easter bank holidays on April 18 and April 21. Child Benefit, which provides financial support to parents or guardians for children under 16 and those under 20 in approved education, is not means-tested and is paid approximately every four weeks. This year, payments for Child Benefit, Universal Credit, and other benefits like Personal Independence Payment and State Pension will be made on Thursday instead of the usual bank holiday schedule, but recipients should expect a longer wait for their next payment.
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British couple held in Iran over spy charges speak to family after 213 days
Lindsay and Craig Foreman, a British couple detained in Iran for espionage since January, have made contact with their family for the first time in 213 days, revealing they are held in separate prisons with worsening health conditions. Their son described the call as a significant emotional boost, while the couple's family maintains they are not spies and calls for action to secure their release. Want More Context? 🔎
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