News and Insights

Northern Ireland’s lowest earning households left with less than £20 per week after bills and living costs

Policy Insight
21st February 2023

Latest figures from the Consumer Council highlight financial challenges for families impacted by rising costs.

Over 10,400 families in Northern Ireland are benefitting from Tax-Free Childcare to help with their childcare costs

Policy Insight
20th February 2023

Find out more about claiming Tax-Free Childcare to help with your childcare costs.

More families across the UK in poverty as the cost of living crisis further deepens

Policy Insight
17th February 2023

UK Poverty 2023 Report highlights deep impact poverty has on people’s lives across the UK.

Bereavement benefits for parents extended to cohabiting couples in Northern Ireland

Policy Insight
16th February 2023

The eligibility criteria for Bereavement Support Payment and Widowed Parent’s Allowance has been extended.

What financial support is available with housing costs in Northern Ireland?

Policy Insight
9th February 2023

If you live in Northern Ireland, find out what financial support you may be entitled to with your housing costs – whether you are renting or a homeowner.

Move to Universal Credit – what’s happening in Northern Ireland?

Policy Insight
24th January 2023

Update on the process for moving Tax Credit claimants to Universal Credit in Northern Ireland.

All Party Group hears about the impact of rising childcare costs on poverty and gender inequality

Policy Insight
20th January 2023

Report of January 2023 meeting of the All Party Group on Early Education and Childcare.

What is a Sure Start Maternity Grant and how do I claim it?

Policy Insight
19th January 2023

Find out if you are entitled to a Sure Start Maternity Grant to help with the costs of having a baby.

Backdating Childcare Vouchers to make even more savings

Policy Insight
12th January 2023

Find out more about how backdating your Childcare Vouchers can save you more money on your childcare.

Energy support payments confirmed for Northern Ireland households – UPDATE

Policy Insight
6th January 2023

The UK Government confirms Northern Ireland households to receive the £600 towards energy from January.