Question to the Department for Work and Pensions:

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps her Department takes to inform new mothers of their rights to claim child benefit; and if she will make a statement.

DWP does not administer Child Benefit. However, should a new parent raise a Child Benefit query, DWP staff can direct customers to submit a claim with HMRC. This includes signposting to helpful Child Benefit advice and guidance readily available on the Gov.uk website.