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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Vicky Shaw

More bereaved parents will be able to access financial support from Thursday

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Cohabiting parents with dependent children who need support following the death of a partner can apply for bereavement benefits from Thursday.

The UK Government has extended the eligibility criteria for Bereavement Support Payment and Widowed Parent’s Allowance, helping more grieving parents to access the support.

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