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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Rohit David

Childcare Benefits Is Britain's Best-Kept Secret: Why 800,000 Families Are Missing Out on £2,000 Each

Martin Lewis reveals Britain’s childcare secret: £2,000 yearly savings for 800,000 families. Check eligibility now and save big! (Credit: Mart Production : Pexels)

Martin Lewis, UK's money-saving guru, has sounded the alarm on a staggering 800,000 families missing out on up to £2,000 incentives annually through the government's Tax-Free Childcare scheme.

Revealed on his ITV show on 20 May 2025, this little-known benefit could ease the financial burden for working parents, yet its confusing name and low visibility keep it under wraps.

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