Scotland plans to end the two-child benefit cap, aiming to lift 15,000 children out of poverty by 2026.

Scotland's government plans to abolish the two-child benefit cap, a UK policy preventing families from claiming benefits for more than two children. Finance Secretary Shona Robison announced the move, which aims to lift around 15,000 children out of poverty, with full implementation by 2026. The policy change requires cooperation from the UK government. The budget also includes increased funding for the NHS and affordable housing. Critics argue the cap contributes to child poverty.

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