3.6 million children under 16 are living in poverty
Today the End Child poverty coalition publishes latest statistics for child poverty in the UK. You can see the differing levels around the UK.
Recent news
- End Child Poverty coalition in Scotland call on First Minister to provide additional help for families
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- Next steps on the UNCRC (Incorporation) (Scotland) Bill
- Foodbanks struggling with increased demand
- One Parent Families Scotland call for a full review of the Child Maintenance System
- Nearly half of people referred to food banks are in debt to the government
- Almost half of parents find it harder to pay for essentials
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