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Michael, Will and Pamela discuss: Council Tax Reduction/Support schemes; The two-child limit; Medical evidence and ‘putting words into the mouth of’ health professionals; April 2026 Changes: Effective date of changes; Claimants who will get the protected rate of the LCWRA element; Remaining legacy benefits claims and migration extensions. This Benefitscast was recorded 21 February 2026.

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