Reform to reinstate two-child benefit cap as Jenrick pledges ‘fiscal discipline’

Robert Jenrick made his first speech as Reform UK’s Treasury spokesman (Stefan Rousseau/PA) - (PA Wire)

Reform UK would reinstate the two-child benefit cap if it wins the next general election, Robert Jenrick has confirmed, in a U-turn on the party’s previous stance.

Mr Jenrick, Reform’s Treasury spokesperson, said the party’s existing policy was “well meaning” as a way of encouraging families to have more children, but said it was now unaffordable.