HMRC to review suspending 23,500 child benefit payments

HMRC is reviewing the suspension of child benefit payments for 23,500 claimants who were mistakenly identified as permanently leaving the UK based on travel data. This decision came after complaints from affected individuals, like Eve Craven, who had their benefits stopped after short trips abroad. The government's crackdown on child benefit fraud led to the use of travel data to halt payments, but HMRC is now reevaluating cases following errors. If you believe your child benefit has been stopped incorrectly, you can contact HMRC for assistance.