Press release: "Struggling families need a stronger child poverty plan not a review of targets" say campaigners as Cabinet Secretary delivers progress report
Our briefing covers why the government should invest in the first 1,001 days of children's lives, and how the Sure Start maternity grant can be redesigned to provide adequate support for all children.
Young people from primary schools in West Lothian came together at 'Hear Our Voice', to celebrate how much Cost of the School Day work is taking place in schools, and to inspire even more action. Young people shared how their schools are reducing costs and boosting equity.
The new Crisis and Resilience Fund in England provides an opportunity for local authorities to strengthen and develop more strategic, longer-term approaches to local welfare provision. How will the new Fund help build people’s financial resilience? What are the challenges involved? How will it link with wider anti-poverty strategies?
In light of global events that are leading to increases to the cost of living, the Chancellor and Prime Minister have indicated that they are considering support for households. Cost of living support can be vital for families who are already struggling. But there are important things to consider when designing and delivering support.
At a special husting event young people offered their views about why it’s critical that politicians and political parties listen to what children and young people have to say about tackling poverty. Speak Up! was run jointly by Child Poverty Action Group, Aberlour and Save the Children ahead of the Scottish elections on 7 May.
